Munich to Bilbao by bus
Bilbao lies 1,247 km (775 mi) west of Munich, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 22 h 37 min including stops, over roughly 1,521 km (945 mi) of road.
| Munich | Bilbao | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | Spain |
| Population | 1.5 million | 347,342 |
| Elevation | 524 m (1,719 ft) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
What changes when you arrive in Bilbao
Crossing from Germany into Spain: the dialling code becomes +34; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648909.
Where to book buses from Munich to Bilbao
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Staying in Bilbao
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Common questions
How far is Bilbao from Munich?
1,247 km (775 mi) in a straight line, west of Munich; by road roughly 1,521 km (945 mi).
How long does it take to get from Munich to Bilbao by bus?
About 22 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Munich and Bilbao?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Bilbao?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.