What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona is to bus via Donostia / San Sebastián which costs €50 - €90 and takes 10h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao Airport (BIO) and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Aireportua/Aeropuerto and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord via Bilbao Intermodal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao Airport (BIO) and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Euskalduna and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via Bilbao-Abando. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona?

The distance between Bilbao Airport (BIO) and Barcelona is 482 km. The road distance is 571.6 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 9m and costs €70 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona bus from?

Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona train from?

Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona is to fly which takes 1h 56m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 9h 5m, you could also train, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona bus arrive?

Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where does the Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona train arrive?

Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona is 572 km. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona.

Where can I stay near Barcelona?

There are 5177+ hotels available in Barcelona.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bilbao Airport (BIO) and Barcelona. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona by plane, bus, train, rideshare, car, or train (Renfe)

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1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BIO - BCN
1h 56m
€31–124
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aireportua/Aeropuerto Bilbao to Vitoria-Gasteiz - Estación de Autobusesbus
2. Take the train from Vitoria/Gasteiz to Zaragoza-Deliciastrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Zaragoza-Delicias to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
7h 9m
€71–158
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus Alsa / ...
9h 5m
€52–82
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao-BIO to Barcelonarideshare 571.6 km
6h 37m
Drive 571.6 km
1. Drive from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelonacar 571.6 km
6h 37m
€90–130
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Santstrain Alv
8h 54m
€83–135
Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián
1. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastiánbus Do04
2. Take the bus from Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus
10h 45m
€52–86

Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona by bus, tram, foot, and train

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Distance: 482 km
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Bilbao Airport (BIO), Spain and Barcelona, Spain?

Vueling Airlines flies from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 3 times a day. Tickets cost €50–80 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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