How to travel from Bilbao to Porto

There are 3 options to travel between Bilbao and Porto including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Porto is a bus with an average price of $54.

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

A bus is $72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bilbao to Porto costing on average $126.

A bus is $78 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Porto costing on average $132.

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

Other travel options to Porto take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 40m.

Train takes on average 27h 14m.

The distance from Bilbao to Porto is approximately 325 miles (524 km).

The average frequency per day from Bilbao to Porto is:

• Around 30 flights per day.
• Around 7 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bilbao to Porto:

• Flights mostly depart from Bilbao Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
• Buses mostly depart from Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea and arrive in Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bilbao to Porto, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Renfe Viajeros to go to Porto by train.
• Travel with Vueling, Volotea, Air Europa, Iberia, TAP Portugal, CitizenPlane to go to Porto by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Rede Expressos to go to Porto by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bilbao to Porto with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct flights per day with Vueling.
• 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Rede Expressos.

Omio customers who travel from Bilbao to Porto often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Madrid, Paris, Vigo, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Porto and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Porto to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Porto, you can take a scenic cruise along the Douro River, explore the vibrant Bolhão Market, and visit the Port wine cellars in Vila Nova de Gaia. Enjoy a traditional Fado music performance and wander through Crystal Palace Gardens. Don't miss the UNESCO-listed Ribeira District, the stunning Livraria Lello, and the panoramic views from Clérigos Tower. Visit the historic Porto Cathedral and the neoclassical Palácio da Bolsa.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Porto allows visitors to explore the main attractions, enjoy the local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture of the city.