How to get from Bilbao Airport to Bus Station

Fern Coll

Travel Writer/World Explorer

February 23, 2023

The Intermodal Bilbao Bus Station, previously named Termibus, is located in the heart of Bilbao, near the San Mamés football stadium. Not only is the Bilbao bus station the starting point for the A3247 airport line bus, but it also has direct connections to the San Mamés underground train, tram and commuter rail station, making it the perfect place to begin exploring Spain.

If you’re looking to get from Bilbao airport to the bus station, you have two different transfer options; taxi or bus. Taking a Bilbao airport taxi is the quickest option, with a journey time of just 20 minutes, but the cost will be around €25. For a more budget-friendly option, you can take the BizkaiBus A3247, which costs just €3 one-way but takes at least 40 minutes to get from Bilbao airport to Bilbao Intermodal station.

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How to get from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao Intermodal Station by taxi

If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to get from Bilbao airport to the Bilbao bus station, taking a taxi is your best option. This direct transfer will take just 20 minutes to reach the bus station, and a private airport taxi will cost around €25, based on a taximeter.

How much is a taxi from Bilbao Airport to the Bus Station?

The cost of your taxi journey from Bilbao airport to Bilbao Intermodal station will cost around €25. However, this is an estimate, as the local drivers will use a taximeter to calculate your exact fare.

If you’d like to know your fare in advance, we suggest pre-booking your Bilbao airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.

Cost

€25

Trip Duration

20 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from outside Bilbao Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Bilbao Airport?

The taxi rank can be found on Level 1 of the Arrivals area at Bilbao airport. The rank has the capacity for 64 vehicles, so you shouldn’t have a long wait for a free taxi.

Convenience

If you have to catch a train or bus leaving from Bilbao bus station and need to be on time, we highly recommend taking a taxi for your transfer from Bilbao airport to Bilbao Intermodal. You won’t have to wait for the taxi to arrive and there are no random stops along the way, so the journey time is a quick 20 minutes, door-to-door.

Editor’s Note

To save on the cost of your Bilbao airport taxi, you can split the cost of your journey with up to 4 passengers.

Useful Tips

Ensure your driver starts the taximeter when you get in the taxi to avoid being overcharged.

There's no extra charge for guide dogs, wheelchairs or luggage that fits in the trunk.

Not all Bilbao taxi drivers speak English, but they will know phrases like "bus station".

How to get from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao Bus Station by bus

The BizkaiBus line A3247 runs from Bilbao airport to the bus station daily. The journey time is around 40 minutes, as the bus makes a few stops along the way. A single ticket on the A3247 bus costs €3, making it a great option for those travelling on a budget.

How much is the bus from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao Intermodal?

The cost of a one-way ticket from the Bilbao bus station to the airport, and visa versa, is just €3. You can purchase your ticket from the driver as you get on the bus.

Cost

€3

Trip Duration

40 Min.

*There's a waiting time of up to 15 minutes for the A3247 bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The A3247 bus runs from 05:15 to 22:00 daily.

Where do I find the bus at Bilbao Airport?

The A3247 BizkaiBus leaves from two separate stops at Bilbao Airport. One bus stop is located on Level 1 of Arrivals, and the other is located on Level 3 of Departures

Convenience

Even though the A3247 is an airport line, there’s no luggage storage below the bus, so taking this transfer option if you have large luggage items will be difficult. The bus also makes lots of stops on the way from Bilbao airport to Bilbao bus station, so this can make the journey long and slow.

Timetables

BizkaiBus line A3247

Editor’s Note

If you're landing around 22:00, there will be no bus available. In this case, we suggest pre-booking a Bilbao airport taxi with Welcome Pickups for your convenience.

Useful Tips

You can pay for your bus ticket using change in Euros, or by card.

Be sure to travel light when taking the bus, as there's no luggage storage on board.

The journey time on the A3247 bus may be much longer during peak travel times with lots of traffic.

Welcome Pickups transfer

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If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Bilbao. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

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DAYTIME

€41.0

NIGHTTIME

€49.0

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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Frequently asked questions

What’s the cost of a cab from Bilbao airport to the bus station?

The cost of a taxi from Bilbao airport to the bus station is around €25. However, this price is subject to change as the local drivers will use a taximeter to calculate your exact fare. For a fixed fare you can rely on, we suggest booking your Bilbao airport taxi in advance with Welcome Pickups.

How do I get from Bilbao airport to the bus station?

There are two ways to get from the Bilbao bus station to the airport and visa versa; taxi or bus. Taking a Bilbao airport taxi will take just 20 minutes to reach the bus station and will cost approximately €25. On the other hand, the A3247 bus will cost just €3 one-way but will take closer to 40 minutes to reach Bilbao Intermodal.

Is there a direct bus from Bilbao airport to the bus station?

The BizkaiBus line A3247 runs from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao bus station daily from 05:15 to 22:00. The total journey time is around 40 minutes and the cost of a one-way ticket on the bus is just €3, making it very budget-friendly.

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How to get from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao Intermodal Station by taxi

How much is a taxi from Bilbao Airport to the Bus Station?

Cost

€25

Trip Duration

20 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from outside Bilbao Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Bilbao Airport?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao Bus Station by bus

How much is the bus from Bilbao Airport to Bilbao Intermodal?

Cost

€3

Trip Duration

40 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The A3247 bus runs from 05:15 to 22:00 daily.

Where do I find the bus at Bilbao Airport?

Convenience

Timetables

BizkaiBus line A3247

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Welcome Pickups transfer

Best drivers

Flight monitoring

Quality support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Prices

DAYTIME

NIGHTTIME

Sedan Car

Frequently asked questions

What’s the cost of a cab from Bilbao airport to the bus station?

How do I get from Bilbao airport to the bus station?

Is there a direct bus from Bilbao airport to the bus station?

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