What is the cheapest way to get from Atocha to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Atocha to Bilbao is to bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atocha to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Atocha to Bilbao is to train and fly which takes 3h 9m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Atocha and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Atocha and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Atocha to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Atocha to Bilbao?

The distance between Atocha and Bilbao is 402 km. The road distance is 395.4 km.

How do I travel from Atocha to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Atocha to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs €30 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Atocha to Bilbao?

The bus from Madrid, Estación Sur De Autobuses to Bilbao Intermodal takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Atocha to Bilbao bus from?

Atocha to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Atocha to Bilbao train from?

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

Train or bus from Atocha to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Atocha to Bilbao is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €100 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Atocha to Bilbao bus arrive?

Atocha to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Atocha to Bilbao train arrive?

Atocha to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao-Abando station.

Can I drive from Atocha to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Atocha to Bilbao is 395 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Atocha to Bilbao.

How do I get a train ticket from Atocha to Bilbao?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Atocha to Bilbao?

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Where can I stay near Bilbao?

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There are 4 ways to get from Atocha to Bilbao by bus, train (Renfe), car, train, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - Mad-Bil
4h 45m
€30–50
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
6h 27m
€61–97
Drive 395.4 km
1. Drive from Atocha to Bilbaocar 395.4 km
3h 57m
€62–90
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to Madrid-Nuevos Ministeriostrain
2. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
3h 9m
€37–157

Atocha to Bilbao by bus

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Distance: 401.8 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Atocha, Madrid, Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Bilbao Intermodal once daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando 4 times a day. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 5h 14m.

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