How to get from Lisbon to Bilbao
- 724 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 40m
- 10 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Lisbon to Bilbao. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 40m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 724 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €44, on Wed, Sep 30.
This fare comes from a search on September 29, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
724 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €77Checked Sep 29 | 1h 40mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €98Reading date not recorded | 15h 06m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €42Omio catalogue, Oct 2 | 11h 15mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€77Checked Sep 291h 40m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€98Reading date not recorded15h 06m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€42Omio catalogue, Oct 211h 15m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Lisbon to Bilbao: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Lisbon Humberto Delgado → Bilbao Airportflight
Vueling·1h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Lisbon to Bilbao
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€47November 2026
€47Departures from Lisbon to Bilbao
FlixBus runs 10 scheduled departures a day, the first at 04:30 and the last at 20:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 10 | 04:30 | 20:35 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 7 | 07:35 | 10:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 11h 15m€42Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 2
Operators seen on these journeys
VuelingLisbon Humberto Delgado-Bilbao AirportSee live options and dates →Regional connectionLisbon Humberto Delgado-CáceresBook →
RenfeCáceres-Madrid, Madrid-BilbaoBook →
FlixBusLisbon-BilbaoBook →On this route you travel with Vueling, Regional connection, Renfe, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Lisbon to Bilbao works
Start with a Vueling flight from Lisbon to Bilbao, about 1h 40m. In total it's roughly €77 over 1h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Lisbon to Bilbao: common questions
How long does it take to get from Lisbon to Bilbao?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 40m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Lisbon to Bilbao?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 04:30 and the last at 20:35, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Lisbon to Bilbao?
10 a day with FlixBus, between 04:30 and 20:35.
How far is Bilbao from Lisbon?
About 724 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Lisbon to Bilbao cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €77. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Lisbon to Bilbao?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 40m.
How long is the flight from Lisbon to Bilbao?
About 1h 40m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Lisbon and Bilbao?
Lisbon is LIS and Bilbao is BIO, so this route is usually written LIS to BIO.
Which operators run Lisbon to Bilbao?
On this route you travel with Vueling, Regional connection, Renfe, FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Lisbon to Bilbao?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Vueling
Route calculated: 29 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 29 Sep 2026