Find coaches from San Sebastian to Bilbao

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Next departures from San Sebastian to Bilbao on 5 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSA
Donostia
Estación AutobusesCheapest
ALSA
Donostia
Estación AutobusesFastest
ALSA
Donostia
Estación AutobusesNo tags
ALSA Supra
Donostia
Estación AutobusesNo tags
ALSA
Donostia
Estación AutobusesNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Sebastian to Bilbao

Bus
Average priceUS$13 - US$23Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$5 - US$24Average duration1h 10m
3kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from San Sebastian to Bilbao

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18carpool per day
1h 10mAverage duration
US$5Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Sebastian to Bilbao: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$14
Average bus trip duration1h 20m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure00:50
Distance49 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

San Sebastian to Bilbao Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Sebastian to Bilbao. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from San Sebastian to Bilbao from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Bilbao from San Sebastian, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Sebastian - Bilbao

  1. How far is Bilbao from San Sebastian by coach?

    The distance between San Sebastian and Bilbao by coach is approximately 48 miles (78 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Bilbao from San Sebastian without a car?

    You can travel to Bilbao from San Sebastian by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

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US$10
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US$10
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US$10
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US$10
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US$10
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Sebastian to Bilbao was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$10

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

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$17 for a bus ticket from San Sebastian to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-10-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Sebastian and Bilbao!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Sebastian to Bilbao, get comfy and count the stars.

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 San Sebastian to Bilbao.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Sebastian to Bilbao while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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