Zamora, Castile and Leon to Bilbao, Basque Country from $29: 6 ways by bus, train, flight or car

• Onboard the Renfe trains that operate between Zamora and Bilbao, you can enjoy catering services that provide a selection of snacks and beverages. You can expect options like sandwiches, pastries, and assorted drinks, both non-alcoholic and alcoholic. Be sure to check the menu on the Renfe website or in the train carriage for specific offerings.

• Renfe offers different seating options for this route. You can choose from First Class (Preferente), which offers larger, more comfortable seats and complimentary refreshments, Business Class (Club), with even more privacy and services, or Economy Class (Turista), which is budget-friendly and offers standard seating. The Economy Class seats are comfortable but closer together, whereas First and Business Class have more spacious arrangements.

• For your journey, the primary operator is Renfe, which you can find at their website: renfe.com Another option might be associated regional lines, but Renfe will generally be your best bet for direct services. For your arrival in Bilbao, the main station is Bilbao Abando. There are luggage lockers available, and restrooms can be found within the station, but no showers. To navigate the city center from there, take Metro line 1 (the Urbin) towards Etxebarri, stopping at the city center stations like Moyua or Abando. Alternatively, the Bilbobus number 56 will take you directly to the city center within 25 minutes.

• Book your bus tickets in advance through the FlixBus website (flixbus.com) or check out other operators like ALSA (alsa.es) for possibly better deals or schedule adjustments.

• Make sure to have some snacks and water on hand to enjoy during the approximately 5h 45m journey, as there may not be food services on the bus, and having your own options can make the ride more comfortable.

• Upon arrival at Bilbao Bus Station (Estación de Autobuses de Bilbao), take note that it has clear signage in both Spanish and English; use the metro station located below to easily connect to the city or check out the nearby shopping and dining options at the Bilbo Plaza just a short walk away.