Balearia · 6h 30m
Roscoff to Bilbao Ferry
Compare every Roscoff to Bilbao sailing. From £42.74 one way, 5 times a day, crossing in about 6h 30m.
- 6h 30m crossing
- 37 sailings a week
- Cars carried
Roscoff to Bilbao sailings on Saturday 31 October
5 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.
Only 5 spaces left at this price on the 05:40 sailing.
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Only 9 spaces left at this price on the 20:40 sailing.
About the Roscoff to Bilbao ferry
Sailing from Roscoff to Bilbao takes around 6h 30m. Balearia runs the route 5 times a day, and fares start from £42.74. Book ahead and you will normally pay closer to the £42.74 end; last-minute summer sailings are where prices climb hardest.
Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.
Roscoff to Bilbao ferry timetable
There are around 37 sailings a week on this route, 5 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Roscoff and Bilbao are connected to.
| Route | Operators | Duration | Sailings / week | From | Average | Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roscoff – Bilbao | Balearia | 6h 30m | 37 | £42.74 | £164.45 | Yes |
| Roscoff – Plymouth | Brittany Ferries | 6h | 6 | £24.00 | £338.00 | Yes |
| Roscoff – Cork | Brittany Ferries | 2h 10m | 2 | £41.50 | £630.57 | Yes |
| Roscoff – Rosslare | P&O Ferries | 3h 5m | 16 | £22.05 | £65.83 | Foot only |
| Portsmouth – Bilbao | Brittany Ferries | 32h | 29 | £35.19 | £124.32 | Yes |
| Rosslare – Bilbao | Brittany Ferries | 8h 40m | 2 | £52.76 | £488.10 | Yes |
How much is the ferry from Roscoff to Bilbao?
One-way fares start at £42.74. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £164.45. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.
Which operators sail this route?
Balearia operates the Roscoff – Bilbao crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.
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Taking a vehicle
Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Roscoff to Bilbao ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.
Getting to Roscoff
Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Roscoff port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Bilbao guide for the other end.
Roscoff to Bilbao ferry: your questions answered
How long is the ferry from Roscoff to Bilbao?
The Roscoff to Bilbao ferry takes approximately 6h 30m. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.
How much is the ferry from Roscoff to Bilbao?
One-way fares start from £42.74. The average booking on this route comes to around £164.45 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.
Who sails from Roscoff to Bilbao?
Balearia operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.
How often does the Roscoff to Bilbao ferry run?
There are around 37 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 5 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.
Can I take a car on the Roscoff to Bilbao ferry?
Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.
What is the cheapest day to sail from Roscoff to Bilbao?
Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.
How far in advance should I book?
Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.
Do I need a passport for the Roscoff to Bilbao ferry?
Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.
Alternative crossings
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