How to travel from Granada to Bilbao

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Granada to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Granada to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $274.

Distance: 421 miles (678 km)

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$41

Average price

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$274

Average price

$162

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10h 7m

Average total duration

9h 37m

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4h 49m

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2h 49m

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7h 55m

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0.7 - 1.7kg

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2.0 - 4.1kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $41 (€34).

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

A bus is $234 (€196) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Bilbao costing on average $274 (€230).

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Bilbao is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Granada and Bilbao including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Granada to Bilbao 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 $41 (€34) compared to roughly $162 (€136) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $122 (€102). The journey takes 9h 37m versus 7h 55m 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 Granada to Bilbao

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal+SecorbusBASE
    6:00 PM15h30
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    9:30 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $721One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal+SecorbusBASE
    6:00 PM15h30
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    9:30 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $721One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • VuelingVY2019 · VY1422
    6:40 AM3h35
    Granada Airport
    10:15 AMBilbao Airport
    $5821One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    10:30 AM10h15
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    8:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    1:00 PM10h45
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    11:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    8:00 AM10h45
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    6:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $751One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY2019 · VY1428
    6:40 AM11h00
    Granada Airport
    5:40 PMBilbao Airport
    $2181One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY2019 · VY1424
    6:40 AM9h35
    Granada Airport
    4:15 PMBilbao Airport
    $2391One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY2019 · VY1430
    6:40 AM12h05
    Granada Airport
    6:45 PMBilbao Airport
    $2641One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Granada 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 Granada to Bilbao.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Granada and Bilbao including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $41 (€34).

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

A bus is $234 (€196) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Bilbao costing on average $274 (€230).

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Bilbao is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 49m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 7m.

The distance from Granada to Bilbao is approximately 421 miles (678 km).
The average frequency per day from Granada to Bilbao is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Granada and Bilbao 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 Granada to Bilbao:
  • Flights mostly depart from Granada Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Granada, Estación De Autobuses and arrive in Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Granada to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra, Secorbus to go to Bilbao by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, Ryanair, Iberia, Air Europa to go to Bilbao by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Granada to Bilbao:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Granada 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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