How to travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz

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Compare bus for Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $6 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, while a bus costs an average of $9.

Distance: 30 miles (49 km)

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$9

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$6

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$14

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1h 34m

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1h 4m

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2h 40m

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2h 10m

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48m

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Autobuses La Unión

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Compare ways to travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz

Compare the available ways to get from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz is a train with an average price of $6 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz:

A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average $9 (€8).

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to Vitoria-Gasteiz take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 40m.

Yes, you can take a bus between Bilbao and Vitoria-Gasteiz.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $14 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 4m versus 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz

How to get from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • Autobuses La Unión019A
    9:40 AM0h45
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    10:25 AMVitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Autobuses La Unión019A
    9:40 AM0h45
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    10:25 AMVitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Autobuses La Unión019A
    9:40 AM0h45
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    10:25 AMVitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe ALVIA04366+Renfe16025
    5:12 PM4h18
    Bilbao-Abando
    9:30 PMVitoria-Gasteiz station
    $141One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA04366+Renfe MD18065
    5:12 PM5h48
    Bilbao-Abando
    11:00 PMVitoria-Gasteiz station
    $141One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA00437+Renfe MD18063
    3:02 PM3h13
    Bilbao-Abando
    6:15 PMVitoria-Gasteiz station
    $171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Autobuses La Unión3720
    10:00 AM0h50
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    10:50 AMVitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Autobuses La Unión019A
    9:40 AM0h52
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    10:32 AMVitoria-Gasteiz, Gasteiz Hiribidea / Epaitegiak
    $81One-way
    0 transfers
  • Autobuses La Unión3714
    8:40 AM0h55
    Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    9:35 AMVitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz

Travel to Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz.

FAQs
You can travel between Bilbao and Vitoria-Gasteiz by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz is a train with an average price of $6 (€6).

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz:

A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average $9 (€8).

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 34m.

Other travel options to Vitoria-Gasteiz take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 40m.

The distance from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz is approximately 30 miles (49 km).
The average frequency per day from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz is:
  • Around 49 buses per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Bilbao-Abando and arrive in Vitoria-Gasteiz station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Autobuses La Unión to go to Vitoria-Gasteiz by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe to go to Vitoria-Gasteiz by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz:
  • 49 direct buses per day with Autobuses La Unión.
Omio customers who travel from Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Pamplona, Barcelona, Donostia-San Sebastian, Seville. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vitoria-Gasteiz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vitoria-Gasteiz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vitoria-Gasteiz, explore the local gastronomy at the Mercado de Abastos, attend a performance at the Teatro Principal Antzokia, and discover history at the Bibat Museum. Enjoy a walk through the Old Town, and participate in a wine tasting tour in the Rioja Alavesa region. Visit sights like the Cathedral of Santa María, Plaza de la Virgen Blanca, the Artium Museum, Salburua Wetlands, and the Anillo Verde for a complete experience.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Vitoria - Gasteiz, allowing time to visit its historic old town, enjoy the local cuisine, and explore nearby natural parks.
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