THE SHORT VERSION
Bilbao to Valencia at a glance.
- From
- Bilbao
- To
- Valencia València
- Road distance
- About 611 km
- Straight line
- 473 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Valencia to Bilbao →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bilbao
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Valencia
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
- Valencia bus station · Estació d'Autobusos de València
Avinguda de Menéndez Pidal, near Túria metro (lines 1 and 2).
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Book ahead for summer weekends, when coastal routes fill up.
KEEP GOING
From Valencia, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Valencia
More buses from Bilbao
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bilbao from Valencia by road?+
About 611 km by road (473 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bilbao to Valencia take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bilbao?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Valencia to Bilbao?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Valencia to Bilbao guide.
Where does the bus from Bilbao arrive in Valencia?+
It depends on the operator. In Valencia, services use Valencia bus station. Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Valencia?+
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
What kind of bus runs from Bilbao to Valencia?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bilbao to Valencia bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Valencia by bus?+
Direct buses from Valencia include Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Marseille, Lisbon and more. See all connections on our Valencia bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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