How much does a bus ticket from Bilbao to León cost?

The bus ticket price from Bilbao to León starts at R 628. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bilbao to León is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Bilbao to León?

The average travel time between Bilbao and León is around 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 228 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Bilbao and León?

The number of buses from Bilbao to León can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bilbao to León by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Bilbao to León?

When taking the bus from Bilbao to León, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bilbao to León?

Buses travelling between Bilbao and León leave from Estación Autobuses or Zorroza, Abaro Estrata and arrive at Estacion de Autobuses León, Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo, Venta de la Tuerta.

Bus Bilbao to León from R 534 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bilbao to León on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:10	Estación Autobuses	5h 50m	19:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	CheapestFastest
Bus	01:45	Estación Autobuses	6h 5m	07:50	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	02:15	Estación Autobuses	8h	10:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	07:00	Estación Autobuses	7h 15m	14:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
Bus	10:00	Estación Autobuses	9h	19:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Bilbao to León on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:15	Estación Autobuses	8h	10:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	Cheapest
	Bus	13:40	Zorroza, Abaro Estrata	5h 25m	19:05	Estacion de Autobuses León	Fastest
ALSA Supra + ALSA	Bus	01:45	Estación Autobuses	7h 30m	09:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
	Bus	09:45	Estación Autobuses	6h 45m	16:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
	Bus	10:00	Estación Autobuses	9h	19:00	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Next departures from Bilbao to León on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:15	Estación Autobuses	5h 25m	13:40	Estacion de Autobuses León	CheapestFastest
ALSA Supra + ALSA	Bus	01:45	Estación Autobuses	6h 5m	07:50	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
	Bus	02:15	Estación Autobuses	8h	10:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
	Bus	07:00	Estación Autobuses	7h 15m	14:15	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags
	Bus	09:45	Estación Autobuses	6h 45m	16:30	Estacion de Autobuses León	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:12 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bilbao to León

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach León. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 321, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3h 30mAverage duration

227 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 628 - R 1 346	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 321 - R 755	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560 761 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

According to 38 reviews, ALSA received a 4.4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the staff, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 628

ALSA Bilbao León recent customer reviews

The bus driver was excellent and drove at a sensible speed. I’d definitely use this service again.

Joan H.

8 April 2022

How can any company in this day and age, stop dog lovers traveling abroad. It's an antiquated system, that needs to be updated, immediately!

Ashley W.

20 December 2021

Very pleasant driver on bus to Burgos, excellent one on bus to Leon, very very helpful. Clean and comfortable, would recommend to anyone.

Roberta H.

8 November 2019

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Bilbao and León?

Stops in Bilbao

A - Estación Autobuses

B - Zorroza, Abaro Estrata

C - Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea

D - Buenos Aires Kalea, 2

E - Hotel Carlton

F - Bilbao-Abando Geltokia

Stops in León

A - Estacion de Autobuses León

B - Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo

C - Venta de la Tuerta

D - La Virgen del Camino

E - San Andrés del Rabanedo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to León by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Bilbao to León cost?
The bus ticket price from Bilbao to León starts at R 628. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bilbao to León is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Bilbao to León?
The average travel time between Bilbao and León is around 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 228 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bilbao and León?
The number of buses from Bilbao to León can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bilbao to León by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bilbao to León?
When taking the bus from Bilbao to León, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bilbao to León?
Buses travelling between Bilbao and León leave from Estación Autobuses or Zorroza, Abaro Estrata and arrive at Estacion de Autobuses León, Parada de Autobuses de San Andrés del Rabanedo, Venta de la Tuerta.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

14/11

R 535

15/11

R 710

Today

R 536

17/11

R 710

18/11

R 680

19/11

R 683

20/11

R 689

21/11

R 534

The cheapest trip from Bilbao to León was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 534

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

You can expect to pay from R 534 to R 1 155 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to León based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 534, which is on 2025-11-21.