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What is the best way to travel from León to Bilbao?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Trains to Bilbao from León. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 15m
£30
£31
15
Train
4h 47m
£30
£32
2
Car
4h 10m
£30
£30
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Bilbao from León?

You can reach Bilbao with just £30 by taking a Bus from ALSA, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £30
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from £30
Tuesday
from £30
Wednesday
from £30
Thursday

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Renfe
    9h 27m
    0
    13:35
    León
    Central Station
    23:02
    Bilbao
    Abando Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £30
  • Renfe
    4h 47m
    0
    13:35
    León
    Central Station
    18:22
    Bilbao
    Abando Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £33

    • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • ALSA
    7h 40m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    16:40
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    8h 0m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    6h 15m
    0
    12:15
    León
    Coach Station
    18:30
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 45m
    0
    14:30
    León
    Coach Station
    22:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    11:40
    León
    15:50
    Bilbao
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £30

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    15:45
    León
    Coach Station
    21:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    4h 15m
    0
    19:00
    León
    Coach Station
    23:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    7h 40m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    16:40
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    8h 0m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    15:45
    León
    Coach Station
    21:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    7h 40m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    16:40
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    8h 0m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    17:00
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 30m
    0
    11:00
    León
    Coach Station
    18:30
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31

What are the fastest trips from León to Bilbao?

You can get to Bilbao from León in just 4h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 4h 47m
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from 4h 10m
Tuesday
from 4h 15m
Wednesday
from 5h 35m
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Renfe
    4h 47m
    0
    13:35
    León
    Central Station
    18:22
    Bilbao
    Abando Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £33
  • Renfe
    9h 27m
    0
    13:35
    León
    Central Station
    23:02
    Bilbao
    Abando Train Station
    0
    Renfe
    Economy
    from £30

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • ALSA
    6h 15m
    0
    12:15
    León
    Coach Station
    18:30
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 35m
    0
    14:30
    León
    Coach Station
    22:05
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 40m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    16:40
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 45m
    0
    14:30
    León
    Coach Station
    22:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 10m
    0
    11:40
    León
    15:50
    Bilbao
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £30

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • ALSA
    4h 15m
    0
    19:00
    León
    Coach Station
    23:15
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    15:45
    León
    Coach Station
    21:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    7h 30m
    0
    11:00
    León
    Coach Station
    18:30
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 40m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    16:40
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • ALSA
    5h 35m
    0
    15:45
    León
    Coach Station
    21:20
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £30
  • ALSA
    6h 15m
    0
    12:15
    León
    Coach Station
    18:30
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 30m
    0
    11:00
    León
    Coach Station
    18:30
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
  • ALSA
    7h 40m
    0
    09:00
    León
    Coach Station
    16:40
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £31
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from León to Bilbao

What are the most popular stations in León and Bilbao?

In León, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Crta. Caboalles Bus Stop or Cementerio P.Castro - Santa Olaja de la Ribera, while in Bilbao you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, CAMINO MIRAMAR fte. 47 Coach Stop or Busstation (Hotel Carlton), but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bilbao from León? With 4 connections between 3 Bus, Carpool and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between León and Bilbao, you can pay as low as £30 with a Bus from ALSA.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Bilbao in just 4h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting León and Bilbao are ALSA, Renfe and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in León and Bilbao is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Armunia or to Santutxu, and look at flights from León Airport, and landing at Bilbao Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from León to Bilbao?

The most popular companies between León and Bilbao, are ALSA, Renfe and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: ALSA

Train companies: Renfe

All you need to know when you travel from León to Bilbao

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from León to Bilbao. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from León to Bilbao

How can I reach Bilbao from León?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Bilbao from León.

How far is Bilbao from León?

The distance between León and Bilbao is 226.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between León and Bilbao?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 39 kgs, and a flight 56 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from León to Bilbao?

You can get to Bilbao with just £30 by taking a Bus from ALSA.

What is the fastest way to get from León to Bilbao?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bilbao in just 4h 10m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to León and to Bilbao

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to León and to Bilbao. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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