How to get from
Madrid to Bilbao
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Compare prices to get from Madrid to Bilbao
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Iberia1h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
€ 43One way
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Air Europa1h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
€ 95One way
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Air Europa11h 45m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
€ 103One way
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Iberia1h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
€ 342One way
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- Prices shown from Madrid to Bilbao are the estimated lowest fares found in the last 24 hours for travel within the next 7 days.
Compare transport options from Madrid to Bilbao
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao costs only € 22 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 1h 25m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights Fastest
Average price € 49
Average duration1h 25m
Departure Time06:30 - 19:45
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Trains Cheapest
Average price € 22
Average duration6h 8m
Departure Time08:33 - 23:02
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Buses
Average price € 40
Average duration4h 44m
Departure Time09:00 - 05:30
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· Total pre-departure time: Estimated travel time to the departure point, plus standard check-in, security, and waiting time
When is the cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Bilbao?
What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Madrid to Bilbao?
Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Madrid to Bilbao is January, with an average price of € 47, and the most expensive month is June, with an average price of up to € 83.
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What is the cheapest day to travel by train from Madrid to Bilbao?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day to travel by train from Madrid to Bilbao is Monday, with an average price of € 22.
€ 39
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€ 13
What is the cheapest day to travel from Madrid to Bilbao by bus?
Based on Trip.com's data, the cheapest day for bus tickets from Madrid to Bilbao is Monday, with an average price of € 40.
€ 40
From Madrid to Bilbao: Travel Information
Find stations and airports near Madrid and Bilbao
Popular airports near Madrid
Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
Salamanca Airport (SLM) Nearby
Popular airports near Bilbao
Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Vitoria Airport (VIT) Nearby
Popular train stations near Madrid
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
Delicias
Railway Museum
Embajadores
Popular train stations near Bilbao
Bilbao-Abando
Zabalburu
Bilbao La Concordia
Autonomia
San Mamés
Popular bus stations near Madrid
ESPANILLO
TRANBUS
VILLANUEVA CAMPO
CAMPO S. PEDRO
Sevilla
Popular bus stations near Bilbao
Bilbao Hotel Carlton
Bilbao San Mames Stadium
Bilbao Bus Station
Bilbao Intermodal
Bilbao Central Bus Station
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FAQ – How to Get from Madrid to Bilbao
How far is it from Madrid to Bilbao?
The distance from Madrid to Bilbao is about 320 km (199 miles).How to get from Madrid to Bilbao?
There are 3 modes of transport available from Madrid to Bilbao, including Flights Trains Buses.What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao?
The fastest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao is by Flights, with an average journey time of 1 hour 25 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 4h 44m.Trains takes on average 6h 8m.What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao?
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao is by Trains, with an average price of € 22. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Buses costs around € 40 on avergae.Flights costs around € 49 on average.Where do trips from Madrid to Bilbao usually depart and arrive?
Travellers typically choose the following departure and arrival points from Madrid to Bilbao: Flights usually departs from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrives at Bilbao Airport Trains usually departs from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías and arrives at Bilbao-Abando Buses usually departs from ESPANILLO and arrives at Bilbao Hotel Carlton .When is the cheapest time to buy tickets from Madrid to Bilbao?
Train, bus, and flight schedules may vary depending on the season or day of the week. Based on data from Trip.com: MadridtoBilbaoFlights is usually the cheapest at January, with an average price of € 47 MadridtoBilbaoTrains is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of € 22 MadridtoBilbaoBuses is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of € 40 .Is there a time difference between Madrid and Bilbao?
The time difference between Madrid and Bilbao is 0h.