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Today7 Aug
from US$92
Tomorrow8 Aug
from US$95
Sat9 Aug
from US$56
Sun10 Aug
Mon11 Aug
from US$92
Tue12 Aug
Wed13 Aug
from US$92
Thu14 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Santiago de Compostela
    Departure location: SANTIAGO COMPOSTELA
    Arrival time: 8 August at
    Destination city: Bilbao
    Destination location: BILBAO
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao

Bus
Average priceUS$90 - US$96Average duration10h 30m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$28 - US$74Average duration6h 20m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
6h 20mAverage duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$92
Average bus trip duration10h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure08:00
Distance283 miles
Latest bus departure17:45

Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santiago de Compostela - Bilbao

  1. What's the distance between Santiago de Compostela and Bilbao by coach?

    The journey from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao by coach covers an approximate distance of 285 miles (459 km).

  2. How can I travel from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/08
US$84
06/08
US$49
Today
US$85
08/08
US$87
09/08
US$50
10/08
US$87
11/08
US$84
12/08
US$84
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$49 to US$87 for a bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50, which is on 2025-08-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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