What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos is to bus which costs €35 - €80 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Cacabelos?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to Cacabelos. However, there are services departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Cacabelos via Ponferrada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Cacabelos?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Cacabelos. However, there are services departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Ponferrada via Miranda De Ebro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Cacabelos?

The distance between Bilbao and Cacabelos is 475 km. The road distance is 445 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Cacabelos without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs €35 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos?

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Cacabelos bus from?

Bilbao to Cacabelos bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Cacabelos train from?

Bilbao to Cacabelos train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train or bus from Bilbao to Cacabelos?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Bilbao to Cacabelos bus arrive?

Bilbao to Cacabelos bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Ponferrada station.

Where does the Bilbao to Cacabelos train arrive?

Bilbao to Cacabelos train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Miranda De Ebro station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Cacabelos?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Cacabelos is 445 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Bilbao to Cacabelos.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to Cacabelos?

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Where can I stay near Cacabelos?

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Bilbao to Cacabelos - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bilbao to Cacabelos by bus, train (Renfe), car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Ponferradabus ALSA - Bi-Stgo
7h 30m
€38–79
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Miranda De Ebrotrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Miranda De Ebro to Ponferradatrain Alv
8h 10m
€64–103
Drive 445 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Cacabeloscar 445 km
4h 19m
€71–102
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bilbao la Concordia to La Asunción Universidadtrain C4
2. Take the bus from Leon to Cacabelosbus ALSA - Leon-Villf
12h 24m
€40–101

Bilbao to Cacabelos by bus

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7h 30mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 475 km
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Cacabelos, Castille and León, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Ponferrada once daily. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bilbao-Abando to Cacabelos via Miranda De Ebro, Ponferrada, and Ponferrada in around 8h 10m.

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