What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao is to bus which costs €65 - €85 and takes 13h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao is to bus and line 23 bus and fly which takes 4h 42m and costs €30 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Alicante (Region) and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Urb. Valle del Sol II - Pistilo and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via La Soledad 21 and Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Alicante (Region) and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Alacant/Alicante Terminal and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao?

The distance between Alicante (Region) and Bilbao is 648 km. The road distance is 722 km.

How do I travel from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao without a car is to train which takes 9h 10m and costs €140 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alicante (Region) to Bilbao bus from?

Alicante (Region) to Bilbao bus services, operated by Bilman, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant station.

Where do I catch the Alicante (Region) to Bilbao train from?

Alicante (Region) to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Alacant/Alicante Terminal station.

Train or bus from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao is to train which takes 9h 10m and costs €140 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €85 and takes 13h 19m.

Where does the Alicante (Region) to Bilbao bus arrive?

Alicante (Region) to Bilbao bus services, operated by Bilman, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Alicante (Region) to Bilbao train arrive?

Alicante (Region) to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Alicante (Region) to Bilbao is 722 km. It takes approximately 7h 39m to drive from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1683+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Alicante (Region) to Bilbao - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 23 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao by bus, plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), or car

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Bus, line 23 bus, fly
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1. Take the bus from Urb. Valle del Sol II - Pistilo to La Soledad 21bus
2. Take the bus from La Soledad 21 to Alfonso El Sabio 44bus
3. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane ALC - BIO
4h 42m
€32–123
Train
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
9h 10m
€141–264
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Bilbao Intermodalbus
13h 19m
€67–81
Drive 722 km
1. Drive from Alicante (Region) to Bilbaocar 722 km
7h 39m
€112–161
Bus via Zaragoza
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragozabus Vac-133
2. Take the bus from Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Ba-Gi-St / ...
14h 29m
€66–121

Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) flights

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Distance: 647.6 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Alicante (Region), Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

You can take a vehicle from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao-Abando via Alacant/Alicante Terminal and Madrid Chamartín in around 9h 10m. Alternatively, Bilman operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Bilbao Intermodal twice daily. Tickets cost €65–75 and the journey takes 11h 5m.

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How to get fromAlicante (Region) to Bilbaoby bus, plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), or car

There are 5 ways to get from Alicante (Region) to Bilbao by bus, plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), or car

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