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Compare 2 ways to travel from Basel to Bilbao

Bus
Average priceUS$130 - US$265Average duration1d 2h
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
Train
Average priceUS$87 - US$87Average duration1d 5h
23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Basel to Bilbao

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 2hAverage duration
US$130Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Basel to Bilbao: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$174
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure01:25
Distance588 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Basel to Bilbao Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Basel - Bilbao

  1. How far is Bilbao from Basel by coach?

    The distance between Basel and Bilbao by coach is approximately 589 miles (949 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Basel to Bilbao without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Basel to Bilbao.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Basel to Bilbao, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Basel to Bilbao will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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