How to get from Alicante to Bilbao
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We compared the ways to travel from Alicante to Bilbao. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 30m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 585 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 5, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
585 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €24Checked Sep 5 | 1h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €74Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 16h 36m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €56Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 14h 39m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€24Checked Sep 51h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€74Omio catalogue, Sep 916h 36m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€56Omio catalogue, Sep 914h 39m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Alicante 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.
- 1Alicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport → Bilbao Airportflight
Volotea·1h 30m
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, Alicante to Bilbao
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€26October 2026
€20Departure 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 Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
VoloteaAlicante-Elche Miguel Hernández Airport-Bilbao AirportSee live options and dates →
RenfeAlicante-Madrid, Madrid-BilbaoBook →
BlaBlaCar BusAlicante-Valencia, Valencia-San Sebastián, San Sebastián-BilbaoBook →On this route you travel with Volotea, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Alicante to Bilbao works
Start with a Volotea flight from Alicante to Bilbao, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €24 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Alicante to Bilbao: common questions
How long does it take to get from Alicante to Bilbao?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Bilbao from Alicante?
About 585 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Alicante to Bilbao cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €24 to €122. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Alicante to Bilbao?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 30m.
How long is the flight from Alicante to Bilbao?
About 1h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Alicante and Bilbao?
Alicante is ALC and Bilbao is BIO, so this route is usually written ALC to BIO.
Which operators run Alicante to Bilbao?
On this route you travel with Volotea, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Alicante 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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