How to travel from Tarragona to Bilbao

There are 3 options to travel between Tarragona and Bilbao including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Tarragona to Bilbao is a train with an average price of CHF69.

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

A train is CHF5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarragona to Bilbao costing on average CHF74.

A train is CHF12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tarragona to Bilbao costing on average CHF81.

The fastest way to travel from Tarragona to Bilbao is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 59m.

Other travel options to Bilbao take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 39m.

Bus takes on average 10h 39m.

The distance from Tarragona to Bilbao is approximately 260 miles (419 km).

The average frequency per day from Tarragona to Bilbao is:

• Around 24 flights per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Tarragona to Bilbao:

• Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Camp de Tarragona and arrive in Bilbao-Abando.
• Buses mostly depart from Tarragona, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.

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

• Travel with Vueling to go to Bilbao by flight.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar, Hife, Alsa, FlixBus to go to Bilbao by bus.
• Travel with Renfe ALVIA to go to Bilbao by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Tarragona to Bilbao with the following travel companies:

• 10 direct flights per day with Vueling.
• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Alsa.
• 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.

Omio customers who travel from Tarragona 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.