How to get from Bilbao to Barcelona
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Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bilbao to Barcelona. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 469 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 €23, on Mon, Sep 7.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
469 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €35Checked Sep 4 | 1h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €58Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 9h 03m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €48Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 12h 20m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€35Checked Sep 41h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€58Omio catalogue, Sep 99h 03m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€48Omio catalogue, Sep 912h 20m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bilbao to Barcelona: 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.
- 1Bilbao Airport → Barcelona El Pratflight
Vueling·1h 15m
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, Bilbao to Barcelona
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€23October 2026
€22Departure 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
VuelingBilbao Airport-Barcelona El PratSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBilbao-ToulouseBook →
BlaBlaCar BusToulouse-BarcelonaBook →
RenfeBilbao-Madrid, Madrid-BarcelonaBook →On this route you travel with Vueling, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Renfe; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bilbao to Barcelona works
Start with a Vueling flight from Bilbao to Barcelona, about 1h 15m. In total it's roughly €35 over 1h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Bilbao to Barcelona: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Barcelona?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Barcelona from Bilbao?
About 469 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bilbao to Barcelona cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €23 to €67. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Bilbao to Barcelona?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 15m.
How long is the flight from Bilbao to Barcelona?
About 1h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bilbao and Barcelona?
Bilbao is BIO and Barcelona is BCN, so this route is usually written BIO to BCN.
Which operators run Bilbao to Barcelona?
On this route you travel with Vueling, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Renfe.
Can you get from Bilbao to Barcelona without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 7h 11m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona?
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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