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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Estación Autobuses | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Estación Autobuses | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Estación Autobuses | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:43 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Rotterdam to Bilbao
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$80 - $272 | Average Duration22h 5m | 28kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$152 - $161 | Average Duration13h 50m | 47kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Bilbao?
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Bilbao?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rotterdam to Bilbao start from $80. The average price for this route is around $163. 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 Rotterdam to Bilbao?
The average bus travel time from Rotterdam to Bilbao is 22h 5m, covering a distance of 1111 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Rotterdam to Bilbao route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rotterdam to Bilbao?
The earliest bus departs from Rotterdam to Bilbao at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rotterdam to Bilbao?
A bus trip from Rotterdam to Bilbao generates an estimated 28 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Bilbao was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $75To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Bilbao, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $75 to $112 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-12-12.
