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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Madrid City Center to Bilbao

Composite routes from Madrid City Center to Bilbao

Cheapest
3 h 52 min
Car
395 km.
from $21

Transport providers

Airlines

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$215.18

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$278.47

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Email:
alsa@alsa.es
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$55.69

Alava Bus

Phone:
+34 945 18 20 60
Email:
alavabus@araba.eus
Website:
alavabus.eus/es/inicio
Bus from Haro to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.33–$13.92

Jimenez Movilidad

Phone:
+34 900 202 777
Email:
atencionalcliente@jimenezmovilidad.es
Website:
jimenezmovilidad.es/
Bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Haro
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$34.18

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Madrid to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.44

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid City Center to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid City Center to Bilbao is to rideshare which costs $22.71 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid City Center to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Madrid City Center to Bilbao is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $33.70 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Madrid City Center and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid City Center and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid City Center to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Estación de Sol Cercanías and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Madrid City Center to Bilbao?

The distance between Madrid City Center and Bilbao is 399 km. The road distance is 395.8 km.

How do I travel from Madrid City Center to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid City Center to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

How long does it take to get from Madrid City Center to Bilbao?

The bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao Intermodal takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Madrid City Center to Bilbao bus from?

Madrid City Center to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid City Center to Bilbao train from?

Madrid City Center to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid City Center to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Madrid City Center to Bilbao is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $65.22 and takes 5h 51m, you could also fly, which costs $33.70 - $141.30 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Madrid City Center to Bilbao bus arrive?

Madrid City Center to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Madrid City Center to Bilbao train arrive?

Madrid City Center to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao-Abando station.

Can I drive from Madrid City Center to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid City Center to Bilbao is 396 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Madrid City Center to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Bilbao. Prices start at $46.42 per night.

Can I share a ride from Madrid City Center to Bilbao?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Madrid City Center and Bilbao. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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