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

The cheapest way to get from Pamplona to Bilbao is to rideshare which costs €16 - €30 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pamplona to Bilbao is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs €55 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Pamplona and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Pamplona to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Pamplona and arriving at Museo Arqueológico via Avenida De América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Pamplona and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Pamplona to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Pamplona and arriving at Bilbao via Estación de Atocha Metro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Pamplona to Bilbao?

The distance between Pamplona and Bilbao is 445 km. The road distance is 386.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Pamplona to Bilbao without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs €55 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Pamplona to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pamplona to Bilbao bus from?

Pamplona to Bilbao bus services, operated by Jimenez Movilidad, depart from Pamplona station.

Where do I catch the Pamplona to Bilbao train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Pamplona to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Pamplona to Bilbao is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs €55 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €65 and takes 5h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €55 - €370 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Pamplona to Bilbao bus arrive?

Pamplona to Bilbao bus services, operated by Jimenez Movilidad, arrive at Madrid - Avenida de América station.

Where does the Pamplona to Bilbao train arrive?

Pamplona to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Pamplona to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Pamplona to Bilbao is 386 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Pamplona to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 7005+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Can I share a ride from Pamplona to Bilbao?

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

Pamplona to Bilbao - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

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

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Pamplona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Alv / ...
3h 53m
€57–87
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Pampelune to Madridrideshare 390 km
5h 4m
€16–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pamplona to Madrid - Avenida de Américabus Pamplona
5h 30m
€29–63
Fly from Pamplona Airport
1. Fly from Pamplona Airport (PNA) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane PNA - MAD
2h 56m
€59–367
Bus via Soria
1. Take the bus from Pamplona to Soriabus ALSA - Pa-Cint-So / ...
2. Take the bus from Soria to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - Lo-So-Ma / ...
6h 14m
€35–51
Drive 386.1 km
1. Drive from Pamplona to Bilbaocar 386.1 km
4h 19m
€61–88
Bus to San Sebastián Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Pamplona to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane EAS - MAD
4h 52m
€54–305
Bus, bus to Bilbao Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Pamplona to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Take the bus from Donostia / San Sebastián to Airport Loiu Bilbaobus
3. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
5h 45m
€55–182

Pamplona to Bilbao by train and subway (Renfe)

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3h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 444.6 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Pamplona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes every 4 hours. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, Jimenez Movilidad operates a bus from Pamplona to Madrid - Avenida de América 5 times a day. Tickets cost €27–65 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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