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Bus from Bordeaux to Bilbao: Journey Information

There are 14 intercity buses per day from Bordeaux to Bilbao. Traveling by bus from Bordeaux to Bilbao usually takes around 5 hours, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 4 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance
160 mi (257 km)
Shortest duration
4h 5m
Cheapest price
$18.48
Trips per day
14
Most frequent service
FlixBus
Bus lines
1

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How much is a bus ticket from Bordeaux to Bilbao?

Bus tickets for a trip from Bordeaux to Bilbao cost $40.19 on average. Tickets cheaper than $40.19 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Bordeaux to Bilbao by travel date

$45$30$15AugAug

If you're planning to travel by bus from Bordeaux to Bilbao in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $25 to $33. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on August 20, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Bilbao this week, bus tickets are available starting at $25.

Prices as travel date approaches

$50$40$30$20$100

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.

What bus companies travel from Bordeaux to Bilbao?

There are multiple buses that travel from Bordeaux to Bilbao, including FlixBus. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:

BUSDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus145h$43.95
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 14 trips from Bordeaux to Bilbao, and usually makes the trip in about 5 hours and 0 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Bordeaux to Bilbao

There are 14 scheduled buses that travel from Bordeaux to Bilbao every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Bordeaux to Bilbao without transferring.

TRIPS PER DAY

14

DIRECT TRIPS

14

The bus takes an average of 5 hours to cover the 160 miles from Bordeaux to Bilbao. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

DISTANCE (MI)

160

DISTANCE (KM)

257

The first bus leaves at 2:20am and the last bus leaves at 11:35pm. To see the times for all buses from Bordeaux to Bilbao, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

EARLIEST BUS

2:20am

LATEST BUS

11:35pm

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Bilbao. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Bilbao, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

MOST CROWDED

Saturday

LEAST CROWDED

Sunday

City Information

Bordeaux

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Known for its world-famous wine, Bordeaux has much to offer oenophiles and other travelers alike. Take, for example, the Musée du Vin et du Négoce, which combines history exhibits and wine tasting. If you're just going for the wine, you can pick from numerous wine tours to châteaux and vineyards surrounding the city.

Travelers can find most of the city's non-alcoholic attractions along the elegant riverfront overlooking the Garonne River. For example, check out the Place de la Bourse, a historic square designed by the royal architect Jacques Gabriel in the 18th-century. Between the Place de la Bourse and the bustling Place des Quinconces, find the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, which features regal neoclassical architecture. The city also boasts many incredible museums, the most notable of which is the Musée des Beaux-Arts.

Getting to Bordeaux can often cost less than a bottle of wine, especially if you follow our itinerary of visiting ten french cities for cheap. FlixBus routes to Bordeaux include those from Paris, Toulouse, and Nice. TGV trains offer speedy rail service to other cities and towns in southern France.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Bordeaux?

Main departure station: Halte Routière Belcier

Most buses depart from the main station in Bordeaux.

All bus stations in Bordeaux:

  • Halte Routière Belcier

Where does the bus arrive in Bilbao?

Main arrival station: Bilbao Bus Station

All buses from Bordeaux arrive at one main station in Bilbao.

All bus stations in Bilbao:

  • Bilbao Bus Station

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