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Compare bus for Bilbao to Villarcayo
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Villarcayo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $11 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, while a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$11 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Compare ways to travel from Bilbao to Villarcayo
Compare the available ways to get from Bilbao to Villarcayo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around $11 compared to roughly $17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6. The journey takes 2h 0m versus 1h 11m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Bilbao to Villarcayo
How to get from Bilbao to Villarcayo by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Bilbao to Villarcayo is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

5:30 AM 1h55 Bilbao 7:25 AM Villarcayo $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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5:30 AM 1h55 Bilbao 7:25 AM Villarcayo $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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5:30 AM 1h55 Bilbao 7:25 AM Villarcayo $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
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5:30 PM 2h03 Bilbao 7:33 PM Villarcayo $11 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:00 PM 1h55 Bilbao 6:55 PM Villarcayo $12 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:30 AM 1h55 Bilbao 6:25 AM Villarcayo $13 1 One-way 0 transfers
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FAQs: Travel from Bilbao to Villarcayo
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- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bilbao and Villarcayo as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Villarcayo, Estacion de Autobuses.
- Travel with Alsa to go to Villarcayo by bus.
- 4 direct buses per day with Alsa.
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