How to travel from Irun to Bilbao

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Compare train and bus for Irun to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Irun to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, while a bus costs an average of €10.

Distance: 57 miles (92 km)

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€10

Average price

Cheapest

€36

Average price

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2h 9m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 39m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Irun to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of €11.
The fastest way to travel from Irun to Bilbao is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Irun and Bilbao including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Irun 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 €11 compared to roughly €36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €26. The journey takes 1h 50m versus 1h 22m 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 Irun to Bilbao

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

Our recommendation

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

  • AlsaNormal
    12:30 AM1h45
    Irun, Txanaleta Plaza
    2:15 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    101One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal
    12:30 AM1h45
    Irun, Txanaleta Plaza
    2:15 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • AlsaNormal
    12:30 AM1h45
    Irun, Txanaleta Plaza
    2:15 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • AlsaNormal
    8:30 PM1h50
    Irun, Txanaleta Plaza
    10:20 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    101One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    10:30 PM1h50
    Irun, Txanaleta Plaza
    12:20 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    101One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    4:00 PM1h50
    Irun, Txanaleta Plaza
    5:50 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Irun 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 Irun to Bilbao.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Irun and Bilbao including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Irun to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of €11.
The fastest way to travel from Irun to Bilbao is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 20m.
The distance from Irun to Bilbao is approximately 57 miles (92 km).
The average frequency per day from Irun to Bilbao is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Irun to Bilbao:
  • Trains mostly depart from Donostia-San Sebastián and arrive in Bilbao-Abando.
  • Buses mostly depart from Irun, Txanaleta Plaza and arrive in Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Irun to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa Supra to go to Bilbao by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Irun to Bilbao:
  • 8 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa Supra.
Omio customers who travel from Irun 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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