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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Brussels Airport | Estación Autobuses | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | Estación Autobuses | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Brussels-South (Gare du Midi) | Estación Autobuses | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brussels North Train Station | Estación Autobuses | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Brussels North Train Station | Estación Autobuses | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Brussels to Bilbao
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$58 - $290 | Average Duration18h 35m | 25kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$97 - $181 | Average Duration12h 40m | 42kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Brussels and Bilbao?
Stops in Brussels
- ARue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
- BBoulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
- CPachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
- D
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Stops in Bilbao
- ACalle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
- BAbaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
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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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brussels to Bilbao 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 Brussels to Bilbao?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Bilbao start from $58. The average price for this route is around $123. 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 Brussels to Bilbao?
The average bus travel time from Brussels to Bilbao is 18h 35m, covering a distance of 1018 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Brussels to Bilbao route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Brussels to Bilbao?
The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Bilbao at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Bilbao?
A bus trip from Brussels to Bilbao generates an estimated 25 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Brussels to Bilbao?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Bilbao?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Brussels to Bilbao?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Bilbao?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Brussels to Bilbao was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Brussels to Bilbao, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $54 to $246 for a bus ticket from Brussels to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-12.
