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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €20 - €22 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid is to fly which takes 3h 8m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Madrid?

The distance between Bilbao and Madrid is 490 km. The road distance is 394.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €60 - €95.

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

The train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartín takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Madrid bus from?

Bilbao to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Madrid train from?

Bilbao to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Madrid?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Madrid is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €60 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 4h 45m, you could also fly, which costs €35 - €160 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Bilbao to Madrid bus arrive?

Bilbao to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Bilbao to Madrid train arrive?

Bilbao to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Madrid is 395 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Bilbao to Madrid.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7036+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to Madrid?

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

Bilbao to Madrid - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Bilbao to Madrid by train (Renfe), bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv
4h 35m
€60–95
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao to Madridrideshare 395.1 km
4h 47m
€20–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - Bil-Mad / ...
4h 45m
€30–55
Fly from Bilbao Airport
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
3h 8m
€38–155
Bus via Haro
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Harobus L17
2. Take the bus from Haro to Madrid Avenida de Américabus
5h 40m
€32–62
Drive 394.6 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Madridcar 394.6 km
3h 56m
€63–91
Bus to Santander Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Parada de autobús del aeropuerto de Santanderbus
2. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane SDR - MAD
3h 40m
€99–281
Bus to Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Bolueta to Aireportua/Aeropuerto Vitoria-Gasteizbus
2. Fly from Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (VIT) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane VIT - MAD
3h 18m
€70–338
Bus to Pamplona Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Pamplona / Iruñabus
2. Fly from Pamplona Airport (PNA) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane PNA - MAD
4h 58m
€72–397

Bilbao to Madrid by train (Renfe)

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Distance: 490.3 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartín 3 times a day. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Madrid, Avenida de América hourly. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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