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

The cheapest way to get from FC Barcelona to Bilbao is to bus via Donostia / San Sebastián which costs €50 - €65 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from FC Barcelona to Bilbao is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs €29 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between FC Barcelona and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from FC Barcelona to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Paral·lel - Pl Espanya and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between FC Barcelona and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from FC Barcelona to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Espanya and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from FC Barcelona to Bilbao?

The distance between FC Barcelona and Bilbao is 493 km. The road distance is 580.8 km.

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

The best way to get from FC Barcelona to Bilbao without a car is to train which takes 8h 24m and costs €80 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from FC Barcelona to Bilbao, including transfers.

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

FC Barcelona to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from FC Barcelona to Bilbao?

The best way to get from FC Barcelona to Bilbao is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs €29 - €140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 8h 24m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the FC Barcelona to Bilbao bus arrive?

FC Barcelona to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the FC Barcelona to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from FC Barcelona to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between FC Barcelona to Bilbao is 581 km. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from FC Barcelona to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1685+ hotels available in Bilbao.

FC Barcelona to Bilbao - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from FC Barcelona to Bilbao by plane, train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane BCN - BIO
3h 33m
€29–138
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
8h 24m
€83–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Ba-Gi-St / ...
9h 40m
€53–83
Drive 580.8 km
1. Drive from FC Barcelona to Bilbaocar 580.8 km
6h 15m
€95–137
Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián
1. Take the bus from Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos de Sants to Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobusesbus
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Bilbao Intermodalbus Do01 / ...
9h 53m
€54–65

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

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Distance: 493.4 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

Vueling Airlines flies from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando twice daily. Tickets cost €80–120 and the journey takes 7h 3m.

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