How to travel from Lleida to Bilbao

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Compare train and bus for Lleida to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lleida to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €43 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, while a train costs an average of €53.

Distance: 213 miles (343 km)

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€53

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€43

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€71

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6h 22m

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5h 52m

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6h 55m

Average total duration

6h 25m

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4h 22m

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0.3 - 0.9kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lleida to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lleida to Bilbao costing on average €53.

The fastest way to travel from Lleida to Bilbao is by train with an average journey time of 6h 22m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lleida and Bilbao including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lleida to Bilbao among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €53 compared to roughly €71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €18. The journey takes 5h 52m versus 4h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Lleida to Bilbao

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

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

  • AlsaNormal
    5:00 PM6h45
    Lleida
    11:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    441One-way
    0 transfers

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  • AlsaNormal
    5:00 PM6h45
    Lleida
    11:45 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    441One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Renfe ALVIA00438
    9:59 AM5h54
    Lleida station
    3:53 PMBilbao-Abando
    731One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Lleida 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 Lleida to Bilbao.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Lleida and Bilbao including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Lleida to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of €43.

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

A bus is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lleida to Bilbao costing on average €53.

The fastest way to travel from Lleida to Bilbao is by train with an average journey time of 6h 22m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 55m.

The distance from Lleida to Bilbao is approximately 213 miles (343 km).
The average frequency per day from Lleida to Bilbao is:
  • Around 2 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lleida 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 Lleida to Bilbao:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lleida station and arrive in Bilbao-Abando.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lleida, Estación De Autobuses and arrive in Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lleida to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA to go to Bilbao by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, Monbus to go to Bilbao by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Lleida to Bilbao with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.
  • 2 direct buses per day with Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Lleida 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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