How to travel from Milan to Bilbao

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Compare bus and flight for Milan to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $140 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $140, while a flight costs an average of $415.

Distance: 617 miles (993 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Milan to Bilbao

Compare the available ways to get from Milan to Bilbao, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $140 (€117).

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

A bus is $276 (€232) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Bilbao costing on average $415 (€349).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Bilbao is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milan and Bilbao including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Bilbao among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 9h 46m sooner (3h 45m by flight vs 13h 31m by car) and save roughly $12 (€10) compared to fuel and tolls ($415 (€349) vs $427 (€358)). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Milan to Bilbao

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

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

  • VuelingVY6023
    0 transfers

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  • VuelingVY6023
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • easyJetU23763
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5710 · 95919
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX1060 · UX7161
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA04267+Wizz Air MaltaW46311
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1331 · AF1476
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan 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 Milan to Bilbao.

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There are 2 options to travel between Milan and Bilbao including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $140 (€117).

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

A bus is $276 (€232) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Bilbao costing on average $415 (€349).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Bilbao is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 45m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 57m.

The distance from Milan to Bilbao is approximately 617 miles (993 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Bilbao is:
  • Around 66 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan 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 Milan to Bilbao:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Bilbao by bus.
  • Travel with Vueling, Lufthansa, KLM, Air France, Iberia, Air Europa, Turkish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa City Airlines, ITA, Brussels Airlines, easyJet, Edelweiss Air, Air Baltic, Malta Air, Eurowings, Royal Air Maroc, Avion Express Malta, Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, British Airways to go to Bilbao by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Milan to Bilbao:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Vueling, easyJet, Malta Air, Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Milan 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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