What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station) is to bus via Haro which costs €30 - €65 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station) is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Madrid (Station)?

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 (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Madrid (Station). However, there are services departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Cartagena via Estación de metro de Chamartín and Gregorio Marañon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Madrid (Station)?

The distance between Bilbao and Madrid (Station) is 400 km. The road distance is 390.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs €30 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station)?

The bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Madrid, Avenida de América takes 4h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Madrid (Station) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Madrid (Station) train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Madrid (Station)?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station) is to bus which takes 4h 56m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €100 and takes 4h 57m, you could also fly, which costs €35 - €160 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Bilbao to Madrid (Station) bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bilbao to Madrid (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bilbao to Madrid (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Madrid (Station) is 391 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Bilbao to Madrid (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Madrid (Station)?

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Bilbao to Madrid (Station) - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Bilbao to Madrid (Station) by bus, train (Renfe), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - Bil-Mad / ...
4h 56m
€30–50
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv
4h 57m
€64–98
Drive 390.8 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Madrid (Station)car 390.8 km
3h 49m
€62–90
Fly from Bilbao Airport
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
3h 7m
€39–158
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 51m
€32–62
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 57m
€70–246
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 17m
€68–379
Bus to San Sebastián Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane EAS - MAD
5h 6m
€59–312

Bilbao to Madrid (Station) by bus and foot

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Distance: 400 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Madrid (Station), Madrid, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Madrid, Avenida de América hourly. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Alternatively, 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.

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