How to travel from Bilbao to Berlin

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Compare bus and flight for Bilbao to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $173 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.6 - 4.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $173, while a flight costs an average of $494.

Distance: 987 miles (1589 km)

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$494

Average price

$173

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$393

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5h 41m

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3h 41m

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29h 51m

Average total duration

29h 21m

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19h 49m

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4.8 - 9.5kg

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1.6 - 4.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Berlin is a bus with an average price of $173 (€143).

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Berlin:

A bus is $321 (€265) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Berlin costing on average $494 (€408).

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 41m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Bus takes on average 29h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Berlin including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bilbao to Berlin among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 16h 8m sooner (3h 41m by flight vs 19h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $494 (€408) compared to roughly $393 (€325) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Bilbao to Berlin

How to get from Bilbao to Berlin by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Bilbao to Berlin is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM33h25
    Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
    5:30 AMBerlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee)
    $1541One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM33h25
    Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
    5:30 AMBerlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee)
    $1541One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Air BalticLH1825+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4066
    11:55 AM4h10
    Bilbao Airport
    4:05 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $5681One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM31h05
    Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
    3:10 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    $1551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM31h25
    Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
    3:30 AMBerlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz
    $1551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM35h05
    Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
    7:10 AMBerlin, Hardenbergplatz (Zoologischer Garten)
    $1561One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1526 · KL1771
    5:15 PM15h05
    Bilbao Airport
    8:20 AMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $2461One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1526 · KL1773
    5:15 PM16h55
    Bilbao Airport
    10:10 AMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $2461One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1423 · VY1882
    7:00 AM6h05
    Bilbao Airport
    1:05 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $2511One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bilbao to Berlin

Travel to Berlin easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bilbao to Berlin.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bilbao and Berlin including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Berlin is a bus with an average price of $173 (€143).

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Berlin:

A bus is $321 (€265) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Berlin costing on average $494 (€408).

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 41m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Bus takes on average 29h 51m.

The distance from Bilbao to Berlin is approximately 987 miles (1589 km).
The average frequency per day from Bilbao to Berlin is:
  • Around 43 flights per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bilbao and Berlin as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bilbao to Berlin:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bilbao Airport and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea and arrive in Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bilbao to Berlin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Berlin by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Iberia Express, Brussels Airlines, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, KLM, Luxair, Avion Express Malta, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Vueling, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, TAP Portugal, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Berlin by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bilbao to Berlin:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Eurowings.
Omio customers who travel from Bilbao to Berlin often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Paris, Amsterdam, Dresden, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Berlin and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Berlin to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Berlin, explore the vibrant street art scene in Kreuzberg, enjoy a leisurely boat tour on the River Spree, and visit the bustling markets at Mauerpark. Experience the nightlife in the trendy district of Friedrichshain and attend a classical concert at the Berlin Philharmonic. Discover iconic sights like the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial, Museum Island, Reichstag Building, and Charlottenburg Palace.
To fully experience Berlin's major attractions, museums, and vibrant culture, spending about 3 to 4 days is ideal. This allows time to explore landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, and the Berlin Wall, while also enjoying the city's unique neighborhoods and cuisine.

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