How much is the bus ticket from Lisbon to Bilbao?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lisbon to Bilbao start at R 393. The average price for this route is around R 1 065. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lisbon to Bilbao?

The average bus journey time from Lisbon to Bilbao is 15h, covering a distance of 720 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Lisbon to Bilbao route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Rede Expressos , BlaBlaCar Bus , Rede Expressos , Rede Expressos .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lisbon to Bilbao?

The earliest bus departs from Lisbon to Bilbao at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lisbon to Bilbao?

A bus trip from Lisbon to Bilbao produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Lisbon to Bilbao?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rede Expressos , with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 24196 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lisbon to Bilbao?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rede Expressos has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lisbon to Bilbao?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rede Expressos , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lisbon to Bilbao?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rede Expressos , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Lisbon to Bilbao from R 514 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lisbon to Bilbao on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	12h 40m	06:40	Estación Autobuses	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lisbon (Oriente)	10h 55m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	Fastest
Bus	16:25	Aeroporto Lisboa	13h 15m	06:40	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	18:10	Aeroporto Lisboa	15h 35m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Next departures from Lisbon to Bilbao on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:50	Lisbon (Oriente)	10h 55m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	12h 40m	06:40	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	14:00	Aeroporto Lisboa	15h 40m	06:40	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Next departures from Lisbon to Bilbao on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:20	Lisbon (Oriente)	12h 30m	21:50	Estación Autobuses	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lisbon (Oriente)	10h 55m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Lisbon Sete Rios	14h 29m	22:59	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	05:55	Lisbon (Oriente)	14h 55m	21:50	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	08:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	13h 59m	22:59	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Next departures from Lisbon to Bilbao on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:50	Lisbon (Oriente)	10h 55m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:00	Lisbon Oriente	11h 55m	19:55	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	12:30	Lisbon Sete Rios	12h 44m	02:14	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	08:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	14h	23:00	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	13:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	12h 14m	02:14	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Next departures from Lisbon to Bilbao on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:50	Lisbon (Oriente)	10h 55m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:30	Lisbon Sete Rios	14h 29m	22:59	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	05:55	Lisbon (Oriente)	14h 55m	21:50	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	08:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	13h 59m	22:59	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	06:10	Lisbon (Oriente)	15h	22:10	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Next departures from Lisbon to Bilbao on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:50	Lisbon (Oriente)	10h 55m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:00	Lisbon Oriente	18h 30m	12:30	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	12:30	Lisbon Sete Rios	12h 44m	02:14	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	08:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	14h	23:00	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	13:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	12h 14m	02:14	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Next departures from Lisbon to Bilbao on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:55	Lisbon (Oriente)	14h 55m	21:50	Estación Autobuses	Cheapest
Bus	22:50	Lisbon (Oriente)	10h 55m	10:45	Estación Autobuses	Fastest
Bus	07:30	Lisbon Sete Rios	14h 29m	22:59	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	06:10	Lisbon (Oriente)	15h	22:10	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	08:00	Lisbon (Oriente)	13h 59m	22:59	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:31 PM WET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lisbon to Bilbao

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 650, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 20mAverage duration

725 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 393 - R 4 086	Average duration15h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 650 - R 1 393	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lisbon and Bilbao?

Stops in Lisbon

A
Lisbon Airport
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B
Lisbon Sete Rios
R. Prof. Lima Basto 133, 1500-423 Lisboa, Portugal
Visit page
C
Oriente
Estação do Oriente, Av. Dom João II, 1990, Portugal
D
Plaça Marquês de Pombal
Praça Marquês de Pombal 8, 1250-160 Lisboa, Portugal
E
Monsanto
IC15, 1400 Lisboa, Portugal
F
Largo das Olarias 60
Largo das Olarias 60, 1100-376 Lisboa, Portugal

Stops in Bilbao

A
Estación Autobuses
Calle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
Visit page
B
Zorroza, Abaro Estrata
Abaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 705 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Rede Expressos

4/524 255 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 276 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Rede Expressos

4/53 772 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.7

Rede Expressos

3.5/565 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.9

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lisbon to Bilbao by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Lisbon to Bilbao?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lisbon to Bilbao start at R 393. The average price for this route is around R 1 065. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lisbon to Bilbao?
The average bus journey time from Lisbon to Bilbao is 15h, covering a distance of 720 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Lisbon to Bilbao route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos, Rede Expressos.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lisbon to Bilbao?
The earliest bus departs from Lisbon to Bilbao at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lisbon to Bilbao?
A bus trip from Lisbon to Bilbao produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lisbon to Bilbao?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rede Expressos, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 24196 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lisbon to Bilbao?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Rede Expressos has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lisbon to Bilbao?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rede Expressos, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lisbon to Bilbao?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rede Expressos, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/12

R 965

22/12

R 1 362

Today

R 1 135

24/12

R 743

25/12

R 621

26/12

R 924

27/12

R 888

28/12

R 1 109

The cheapest trip from Lisbon to Bilbao was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 621

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lisbon to Bilbao as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 621 to R 2 269 for a bus ticket from Lisbon to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 621, which is on 2025-12-25.

Usually Rede Expressos, FlixBus 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.