How to travel from Salamanca to Bilbao

There are 2 options to travel between Salamanca and Bilbao including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Salamanca to Bilbao is a bus with an average price of $42 (€34).

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

A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salamanca to Bilbao costing on average $80 (€65).

The fastest way to travel from Salamanca to Bilbao is by train with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 20m.

The distance from Salamanca to Bilbao is approximately 211 miles (340 km).

The average frequency per day from Salamanca to Bilbao is:

• Around 6 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salamanca 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 Salamanca to Bilbao:

• Buses mostly depart from Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salamanca to Bilbao, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Bilbao by bus.
• Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros to go to Bilbao by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Salamanca to Bilbao:

• 4 direct buses per day with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Salamanca 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.