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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín is to bus via Haro which costs €30 - €65 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Madrid Chamartín?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín. However, there are services departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Castellana - Ravel via Avenida De América and Biblioteca Nacional. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Madrid Chamartín?

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

How far is it from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín?

The distance between Bilbao and Madrid Chamartín is 490 km. The road distance is 387.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín 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 Chamartín?

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

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €60 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €35 - €160 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín is 388 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín.

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

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Where can I stay near Madrid Chamartín?

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Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín by train (Renfe), bus, car, or plane

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv
4h 35m
€60–95
Bus via Haro
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Harobus L17
2. Take the bus from Haro to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus
6h 4m
€33–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - Bil-Mad / ...
5h 30m
€36–57
Drive 387.5 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Madrid Chamartíncar 387.5 km
3h 47m
€61–88
Fly from Bilbao Airport
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
2h 50m
€38–156
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
€99–271
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
5h
€67–377

Bilbao to Madrid Chamartín by train (Renfe)

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Distance: 490.3 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartín 4 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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