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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Estación Autobuses | Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Estación Autobuses | Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Estación Autobuses | Estación de Autobuses de Santiago (Santiago de Compostela) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:09 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Santiago de Compostela. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$129 - $135 | Average Duration11h 15m | 11kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$50 - $107 | Average Duration6h 30m | 19kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and Santiago de Compostela?
Stops in Bilbao
- ACalle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
- BAbaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
- C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain - D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain - E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain - F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
Stops in Santiago de Compostela
- A
Estación de Autobuses de Santiago de Compostela
Rua de Clara Campoamor, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - B
Parada de Autobus Santiago de Compostela
Praza de Camilo Díaz Baliño, 2, 15704 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain - C
Av. de Lugo
Av. de Lugo, 13, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - D
San Lázaro
Av. de Fernando de Casas Novoa, 14, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - E
Av. de Rosalía de Castro
Av. de Rosalía de Castro, 116, 15706 Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Spain - F
Rúa San Lázaro
Rúa San Lázaro, 88, 15707 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain
Compare bus companies
Based on 60863 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $129
ALSA Bilbao Santiago de Compostela recent customer reviews
Todo muy bien, pero el autobús paró en cada pueblecito existente e imaginario de España, lo que convierte un viaje que podría ser mucho más corto en un trayecto larguísimo.
Juan Manuel A.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela start from $129. The average price for this route is around $130. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela?
The average bus travel time from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 457 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela?
The earliest bus departs from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela?
A bus trip from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $80To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $80 to $125 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Santiago de Compostela based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-12-07.
