How to travel from Dax to Bilbao

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Compare bus and flight for Dax to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dax to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł171 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł171, while a bus costs an average of zł171.

Distance: 98 miles (159 km)

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zł171

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zł278

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4h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 53m

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Additional time*

2h 19m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Dax to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of zł171.

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

A bus is zł3230 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dax to Bilbao costing on average zł3401.

The fastest way to travel from Dax to Bilbao is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Dax and Bilbao including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Dax to Bilbao among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around zł3401 compared to roughly zł278 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-3122.44. The journey takes 4h 2m versus 2h 19m by car, so you may arrive a little later, but you can relax instead of spending the time behind the wheel.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Dax to Bilbao

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus95927
    7:05 AM3h55
    Dax, Gare Routière SNCF
    11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    931One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus95927
    7:05 AM3h55
    Dax, Gare Routière SNCF
    11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    931One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus95927
    7:05 AM3h55
    Dax, Gare Routière SNCF
    11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    931One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Air France HopKL2385 · KL2160
    7:00 AM26h50
    Biarritz Airport
    9:50 AMBilbao Airport
    13051One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air France HopAF1476 · AF7487
    7:00 AM26h50
    Biarritz Airport
    9:50 AMBilbao Airport
    14261One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air France HopKL2170 · KL2026
    3:00 PM7h00
    Biarritz Airport
    10:00 PMBilbao Airport
    15171One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Dax to Bilbao

Travel to Bilbao 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 Dax to Bilbao.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Dax and Bilbao including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dax to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of zł171.

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

A bus is zł3230 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dax to Bilbao costing on average zł3401.

The fastest way to travel from Dax to Bilbao is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 23m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 2m.

The distance from Dax to Bilbao is approximately 98 miles (159 km).
The average frequency per day from Dax to Bilbao is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dax and Bilbao 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 Dax to Bilbao:
  • Flights mostly depart from Biarritz Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Dax, Gare Routière SNCF and arrive in Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dax to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air France to go to Bilbao by flight.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Conda to go to Bilbao by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dax to Bilbao:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Dax to Bilbao often also extend their vacation to go to Donostia-San Sebastian, Madrid, Barcelona, Paris, Pamplona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bilbao and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bilbao to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bilbao, you can enjoy panoramic views from Mount Artxanda, accessible by funicular, and explore the vibrant La Ribera Market with its fresh produce and local delicacies. A walk along the Nervión River offers beautiful cityscape views, while enjoying pintxos in local bars provides a taste of Basque culture. Discover the Azkuna Zentroa, a cultural center in a former wine warehouse. Don't miss the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao with its innovative architecture, the historic Casco Viejo, the Bilbao Fine Arts Museum, the Gothic Santiago Cathedral, and the striking Zubizuri Bridge designed by Santiago Calatrava.
A visit to Bilbao is typically well-suited for a 2 to 3-day itinerary, allowing time to explore the Guggenheim Museum, Casco Viejo, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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