How to get from Paris to Bilbao
- 744 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 35m
- 29 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 35m
direct
Flight
€44
Cheapest
11h 05m
direct
Bus
€44
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 2 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Paris to Bilbao. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 744 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 Sat, Sep 19.
This fare comes from a search on October 2, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
744 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €44Checked Oct 2 | 1h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €31Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 11h 05mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€44Checked Oct 21h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€31Omio catalogue, Oct 311h 05m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Paris 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.
- 1Paris Orly → Bilbao Airportflight
Vueling·1h 35m
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.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Paris to Bilbao
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
Departures from Paris to Bilbao
FlixBus runs 29 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:40 and the last at 23:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 29 | 00:40 | 23:40 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 20 | 00:05 | 23:45 |
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.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with Vueling, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Paris to Bilbao works
Start with a VY flight from Paris to Bilbao, about 1h 35m. In total it's roughly €44 over 1h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Paris to Bilbao: common questions
How long does it take to get from Paris to Bilbao?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Paris to Bilbao?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:40 and the last at 23:40, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Paris to Bilbao?
29 a day with FlixBus, between 00:40 and 23:40.
How far is Bilbao from Paris?
About 744 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Paris to Bilbao cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €44. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Paris to Bilbao?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 35m.
How long is the flight from Paris to Bilbao?
About 1h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Paris and Bilbao?
Paris is ORY and Bilbao is BIO, so this route is usually written ORY to BIO.
Which operators run Paris to Bilbao?
On this route you travel with Vueling, FlixBus.
Can you get from Paris to Bilbao without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 9h 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Paris 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.
Where to next
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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: 2 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 2 Oct 2026