What is the travel distance from Amsterdam to Bilbao?

The distance separating Amsterdam and Bilbao is 725 miles (1169 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Bilbao?

The majority of buses traveling from Amsterdam to Bilbao start their journey at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) and wind up at Estación Autobuses. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bilbao?

Once in Bilbao, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are A Walk Along the River, Museum of Fine Arts, Bilbao Maritime Museum, Museum of Religious Art and Gaztelugatxe (Bermeo).

Bus Amsterdam to Bilbao from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Amsterdam to Bilbao on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:20am	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	21h 25m	7:45am	Estación Autobuses	Cheapest
Bus	11:30pm	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	21h	8:30pm	Estación Autobuses	Fastest
Bus	8:55am	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	22h 50m	7:45am	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	12:25pm	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	22h 35m	11:00am	Estación Autobuses	No tags
Bus	8:45pm	Sloterdijk - Amsterdam City Center	23h 45m	8:30pm	Estación Autobuses	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:30 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Amsterdam to Bilbao

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

15hAverage Duration

725 milesDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$55 - $203	Average Duration23h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$102 - $102	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Amsterdam and Bilbao?

Stops in Amsterdam

A
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
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B
Bijlmer Arena
Hoogoorddreef 54, 1101 BE Amsterdam-Zuidoost, Netherlands
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C
Sloterdijk
Radarweg 1043, 1043 Amsterdam, Netherlands
D
Duivendrecht
Stationsplein 3, 1115 BZ Duivendrecht, Netherlands
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E
Vondelpark
Amsterdam, Leidseplein, 1054 ET Amsterdam, Netherlands
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F
Elandsgracht Bus Station
Amsterdam, Busstation Elandsgracht, 1053 LS Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Stops in Bilbao

A
Estación Autobuses
Calle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
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B
Zorroza, Abaro Estrata
Abaro Estrata, 2, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
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C
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea
Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea, 48013 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain
D
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2
Buenos Aires Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbao, Bizkaia, Spain
E
Hotel Carlton
Federico Moyúa Plaza 11, 48009 Bilbo, Bizkaia Spain
F
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia
Bilbao-Abando Geltokia, 48003 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,412 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,150 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Bilbao by bus

What is the travel distance from Amsterdam to Bilbao?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Amsterdam to Bilbao?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bilbao?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/21

$69

11/22

$52

Today

$56

11/24

$53

11/25

$56

11/26

$56

11/27

No data

11/28

$61

The cheapest trip from Amsterdam to Bilbao was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Amsterdam to Bilbao, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $135 for a bus ticket from Amsterdam to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-11-24.