What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona is to train and bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 12h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs €35 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and FC Barcelona?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to FC Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and FC Barcelona?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to FC Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Espanya via Barcelona Sants Estació Metro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Bilbao to FC Barcelona?

The distance between Bilbao and FC Barcelona is 498 km. The road distance is 580.2 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to FC Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs €85 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to FC Barcelona bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bilbao to FC Barcelona train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to FC Barcelona?

The best way to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €85 - €130 and takes 7h 35m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Bilbao to FC Barcelona bus arrive?

Bilbao to FC Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants station.

Where does the Bilbao to FC Barcelona train arrive?

Bilbao to FC Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to FC Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to FC Barcelona is 580 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Bilbao to FC Barcelona.

Where can I stay near FC Barcelona?

There are 5002+ hotels available in FC Barcelona.

Bilbao to FC Barcelona - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromBilbao to FC Barcelona

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Bilbao Airport
best
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BIO - BCN
3h 16m
€36–129
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Santstrain Alv
7h 35m
€87–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus Alsa / ...
7h 39m
€54–75
Drive 580.2 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to FC Barcelonacar 580.2 km
6h 18m
€92–133
Bus to Santander Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Parada de autobús del aeropuerto de Santanderbus
2. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane SDR - BCN
4h 1m
€52–197
Bus to San Sebastián Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane EAS - BCN
5h
€56–223
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the bus from Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos de Santsbus
12h 15m
€48–77

Bilbao to FC Barcelona by train, subway, and foot (Renfe)

14Weekly Services

7h 35mAverage Duration

€87Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bilbao to FC Barcelona.

Launch map view

Distance: 498.3 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and FC Barcelona, Spain?

Vueling Airlines and Air Europa fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Sants twice daily. Tickets cost €80–130 and the journey takes 7h 11m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Spain

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.