How to travel from Munich to Bilbao

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Compare bus and flight for Munich to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Munich to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $152 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $152, while a flight costs an average of $480.

Distance: 774 miles (1247 km)

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$480

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$302

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5h 34m

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25h 8m

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24h 38m

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17h 34m

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The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $152.

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

A bus is $328 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bilbao costing on average $480.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Bilbao is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Munich and Bilbao including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Munich to Bilbao among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 14h 0m sooner (3h 34m by flight vs 17h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $480 compared to roughly $302 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Munich to Bilbao

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus30489 · 95927
    8:45 AM26h15
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $841One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus30489 · 95927
    8:45 AM26h15
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    11:00 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $841One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1828
    3:40 PM2h15
    Munich Airport
    5:55 PMBilbao Airport
    $3781One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 AM24h45
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    10:15 AMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 AM31h35
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    7:10 PMBilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus30493 · 3275
    8:30 PM29h50
    Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    2:20 AMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1817 · VY1420
    9:05 PM11h10
    Munich Airport
    8:15 AMBilbao Airport
    $1411One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1817 · VY1424
    9:05 PM15h25
    Munich Airport
    12:30 PMBilbao Airport
    $1561One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1817 · VY1422
    9:05 PM13h20
    Munich Airport
    10:25 AMBilbao Airport
    $1821One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Munich 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 Munich to Bilbao.

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There are 2 options to travel between Munich and Bilbao including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Munich to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $152.

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

A bus is $328 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Bilbao costing on average $480.

The fastest way to travel from Munich to Bilbao is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 34m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 8m.

The distance from Munich to Bilbao is approximately 774 miles (1247 km).
The average frequency per day from Munich to Bilbao is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

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