How long does the bus from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao take?

On days with service there are 33 direct departures; the trip takes about 35 minutes, from 06:00 to 22:00.

Which companies operate Castro-Urdiales–Bilbao?

This corridor is served by IRB Castro. Sarebus aggregates timetables; tickets are sold on each operator's website.

Where do buses depart and arrive?

Coaches leave from Castro-Urdiales bus stop and arrive at Bilbao Bus Station (Termibus).

What time is the first bus from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao?

The first departure on typical operating days is at 06:00.

What time is the last bus from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao?

The last departure on typical operating days is at 22:00.

How often do buses run from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao?

On a typical service day there are 33 departures between 06:00 and 22:00, roughly one every 30 minutes. Frequency varies by time of day, so check the timetable below for exact times.

Are there night buses from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao?

No. The last departure on a typical service day is at 22:00, and there is no overnight service on this route. If you need to travel later, search a different date or route on Sarebus.

Can I use the Barik card on the bus from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao?

Yes. In the bus from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao only the Barik card is accepted. BAT and Mugi cards are not valid. You can use the Barik card on IRB Castro (accepted only under a special CTB agreement for Castro Urdiales urban service and the Castro–Bilbao line). The Barik card is sold at Metro Bilbao ticket machines and Barik customer centres; the personalised version is requested at ctb.eus. More on the Barik page.

Sarebus does not sell tickets: compare schedules on this page and complete your booking on the operator's website.

Buses and schedules forCastro-Urdiales to Bilbao

Trip information

Average on days with service

Duration: ~35 min
Buses per day: 33
First bus: 06:00
Last bus: 22:00

Stations

Castro-Urdiales
Castro-Urdiales bus stop
Bilbao
Bilbao Bus Station (Termibus)

Typical schedules

Departure	Arrival	Operator
06:00	06:35	IRB Castro · 35 min
06:30	07:05	IRB Castro · 35 min
07:00	07:35	IRB Castro · 35 min
07:30	08:05	IRB Castro · 35 min
08:00	08:35	IRB Castro · 35 min
08:30	09:05	IRB Castro · 35 min
09:00	09:35	IRB Castro · 35 min
09:15	09:50	IRB Castro · 35 min
09:30	10:05	IRB Castro · 35 min
10:00	10:35	IRB Castro · 35 min
10:30	11:05	IRB Castro · 35 min
11:00	11:35	IRB Castro · 35 min

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Operators on Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao

IRB Castro

Additional information

Use your Barik card on Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao

In the bus from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao only the Barik card is accepted. BAT and Mugi cards are not valid.

Barik (Bizkaia)
You can use the Barik card on IRB Castro (accepted only under a special CTB agreement for Castro Urdiales urban service and the Castro–Bilbao line).
The Barik card is sold at Metro Bilbao ticket machines and Barik customer centres; the personalised version is requested at ctb.eus.
More on the Barik page.

Information

Castro-Urdiales and Bilbao are connected by direct regional buses across the Basque Country and Navarre. On Sarebus you can compare typical timetables and book with each operator.

Browse departures below or search for tomorrow or another date.

Alsa is the main operator on this corridor; Sarebus shows typical departures on operating days.

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Bus routes to Castro-Urdiales

Frequently asked questions about Castro-Urdiales–Bilbao

On days with service there are 33 direct departures; the trip takes about 35 minutes, from 06:00 to 22:00.
Yes. In the bus from Castro-Urdiales to Bilbao only the Barik card is accepted. BAT and Mugi cards are not valid.
You can use the Barik card on IRB Castro (accepted only under a special CTB agreement for Castro Urdiales urban service and the Castro–Bilbao line). The Barik card is sold at Metro Bilbao ticket machines and Barik customer centres; the personalised version is requested at ctb.eus. More on the Barik page.