Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shudehill | Estación Autobuses | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Estación Autobuses | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Estación Autobuses | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:12 PM GMT.
Get from Manchester to Bilbao
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Bilbao?
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
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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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester 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 Manchester to Bilbao?
The cheapest bus tickets from Manchester to Bilbao start from $68. The average price for this route is around $121. 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 Manchester to Bilbao?
The average bus trip duration from Manchester to Bilbao is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 703 miles (1134 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Bilbao route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Bilbao?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Bilbao at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Bilbao?
A bus trip from Manchester to Bilbao generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Bilbao was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $66To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Bilbao, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $66 to $71 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-01-19.
