The cheapest and fastest coaches from Marseille to Bilbao
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
672 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Marseille to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bilbao will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $145.
Of the 3 buses that leave Marseille for Bilbao every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 672 km distance in an average of 15 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 18 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
50486 · 3169
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Compare train, coach and flight for Marseille to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 672 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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$83 Average Price Cheapest | $221 Average Price | $104 Average Price |
14h 52m Average total duration 14h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 2m Average total duration 31h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marseille to Bilbao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Bilbao coaches for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 2:30 pm Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h25 | 2:55 am Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 pm Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 18h40 | 6:10 pm Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 1 change | |
| Sunday, 21 December | |||||
FlixBus | 10:00 am Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 12h55 | 10:55 pm Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 0 changesdirect | |
50486 · 3169 | 11:35 am Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 15h45 | 3:20 am Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Marseille to Bilbao
Buses from Marseille to Bilbao run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 672 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 672 km |
Average bus duration 14h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa from Marseille to BilbaoYou can travel by bus between Marseille to Bilbao with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa for as low as $42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Marseille to Bilbao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Bilbao by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Marseille and Bilbao
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station)
- Bistro Provence (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 49, 52, 82S Metro: M1, M2 Train: TER, TGV
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Brioche Dorée (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L91, L38 Train: TER
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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