Route guide

Strasbourg → Bilbao

1014 km · France to Spain · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €34+ by bus

How to travel from Strasbourg to Bilbao

There are 4 ways to travel between Strasbourg and Bilbao — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€76–223

Duration: 8h 27m

via SNCF (TGV), Intercités, Renfe (AVE)

~14 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€34–91

Duration: 14h 30m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~28 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€76–242

Duration: 3h 51m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Iberia, Vueling

~158 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€122–223

Duration: 11h 16m

~172 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Strasbourg and Bilbao highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1014 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from France into Spain. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Strasbourg to Bilbao — every option in detail

Strasbourg to Bilbao by train

Trains link Strasbourg (France) and Bilbao (Spain) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 27m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SNCF (TGV), Intercités, Renfe (AVE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €76 to €223. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 14 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 158 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~144 kg on this distance.

Strasbourg to Bilbao by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Strasbourg and Bilbao with a typical journey of 14h 30m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €34 when booked in advance, rising to €91 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Strasbourg to Bilbao by flight

Flights between Strasbourg and Bilbao take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 51m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Air France, Iberia, Vueling.

Typical fare range is €76–242. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 158 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Strasbourg to Bilbao by car

The driving distance from Strasbourg to Bilbao is approximately 1167 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h 16m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €122–223 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the France–Spain border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 172 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Strasbourg and Bilbao is approximately 1014 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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