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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid Chamartín and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid Chamartín and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Bilbao-Abando. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao?

The distance between Madrid Chamartín and Bilbao is 341 km. The road distance is 388 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs €60 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €95 and takes 5h 14m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao is 388 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao.

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

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Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1825+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
2h 53m
€37–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa / ...
5h 17m
€32–57
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
5h 14m
€60–95
Drive 388 km
1. Drive from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbaocar 388 km
3h 48m
€61–88

Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao by train (Renfe)

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 340.9 km
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Iberia and Air Europa fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) every 4 hours. 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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