How to travel from Palencia to Bilbao

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Compare bus for Palencia to Bilbao

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Palencia to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $27.

Distance: 118 miles (191 km)

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$28

Average price

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$51

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 44m

Average total duration

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3h 14m

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2h 36m

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

The cheapest way to travel from Palencia to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $28 (€22).
The fastest way to travel from Palencia to Bilbao is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 52m.

Yes, you can take a bus between Palencia and Bilbao.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Palencia to Bilbao among Omio's users.

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from Palencia to Bilbao

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

Our recommendation

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

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:45 AM4h30
    Palencia, Estación De Autobuses
    4:15 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:45 AM4h30
    Palencia, Estación De Autobuses
    4:15 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Renfe ALVIA00621+Renfe INTERCITY00280
    2:19 PM4h03
    Palencia station
    6:22 PMBilbao-Abando
    $391One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Renfe MD18063+Renfe ALVIA04267
    3:12 PM7h50
    Palencia station
    11:02 PMBilbao-Abando
    $331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe MD18061+Renfe ALVIA04267
    11:45 AM11h17
    Palencia station
    11:02 PMBilbao-Abando
    $331One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe ALVIA00621 · 04267
    2:19 PM8h43
    Palencia station
    11:02 PMBilbao-Abando
    $351One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    11:45 AM4h55
    Palencia, Estación De Autobuses
    4:40 PMBilbao, Estación de Autobuses
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Palencia 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 Palencia to Bilbao.

FAQs
You can travel between Palencia and Bilbao by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Palencia to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $28 (€22).
The fastest way to travel from Palencia to Bilbao is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 52m.

The distance from Palencia to Bilbao is approximately 118 miles (191 km).
The average frequency per day from Palencia to Bilbao is:
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Palencia to Bilbao:
  • Buses mostly depart from Palencia, Estación De Autobuses and arrive in Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Palencia to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to Bilbao by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA to go to Bilbao by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Palencia to Bilbao:
  • 4 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Palencia 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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