- Bilbao to Barcelona buses and trains
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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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![]() | Estación Autobuses | Barcelona Sants | Cheapest | |||||
![]() | Bilbao-Abando | Barcelona-Sants | Fastest | |||||
![]() | Estación Autobuses | Barcelona Sants | No tags | |||||
![]() | Bilbao-Abando | Barcelona-Sants | No tags | |||||
![]() | Estación Autobuses | Estació del Nord de Barcelona | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bilbao to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and Barcelona?
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 Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Barcelona by bus or train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona cost?
The cheapest tickets from Bilbao to Barcelona start from £31. The average price for this route is around £62. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the journey from Bilbao to Barcelona?
The average trip duration from Bilbao to Barcelona is 7h 28m, covering a distance of 290 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 7h 11m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies operate the Bilbao to Barcelona route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times from Bilbao to Barcelona?
The earliest service departs from Bilbao for Barcelona at 10:30. And the latest service departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Bilbao to Barcelona?
A journey from Bilbao to Barcelona produces an estimated 11.686675 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Bilbao to Barcelona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61718 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bilbao to Barcelona?
According to reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which company offers the most punctual service from Bilbao to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Bilbao to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and ensure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Bilbao to Barcelona, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay between £35 and £91 for a bus or train ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at £35 on 2026-04-23.
Usually ALSA, Renfe will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.










