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Madrid to Bilbao
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Compare prices to get from Madrid to Bilbao
PHP 2,734|1h 5m
PHP 1,799|5h 10m
PHP 1,810|3h 55m
PHP 5,024
PHP 3,714
PHP 3,714
PHP 3,233
PHP 5,062
PHP 2,894
PHP 2,828
PHP 4,393
PHP 4,826
PHP 4,788
PHP 3,309
PHP 2,885
PHP 2,885
PHP 2,734
Ryanair26h 15m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 3,714One way
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1 stop
Air Europa1h
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 13,196One way
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Direct
Air Europa5h 50m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 7,135One way
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1 stop
Air Europa1h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 9,020One way
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Direct
- 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 PHP 1,873 on average via Trains, and the quickest way takes just 1h 28m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
PHP 3,007
Average duration
1h 28m
Departure time
06:30 - 19:45
Direct options
Trains
Cheapest
Average price
PHP 1,873
Average duration
6h 17m
Departure time
06:55 - 23:02
Direct options
Buses
Average price
PHP 1,931
Average duration
4h 33m
Departure time
07:00 - 19:45
Direct options
· 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 PHP 3,426, and the most expensive month is June, with an average price of up to PHP 6,037.
PHP 6,037
PHP 4,732
PHP 3,426
PHP 2,121
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 PHP 1,415.
PHP 2,359
PHP 1,887
PHP 1,415
PHP 944
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 PHP 1,931.
PHP 1,931
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3% off
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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-Puerta De Atocha
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
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
Sevilla
Madrid Gran Vía Callao
PLAZA BOHEMIA
Popular bus stations near Bilbao
Bilbao Hotel Carlton
Bilbao
Bilbao San Mames Stadium
Bilbao Intermodal
Bilbao Central Bus Station
FAQ – How to Get from Madrid to Bilbao
How far is it from Madrid to Bilbao?
The distance from Madrid to Bilbao is about 320km (199 mi).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 28 minutes. Other modes of transport take longer: Buses takes on average 4h 33m.Trains takes on average 6h 17m.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 PHP 1,873. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Buses costs around PHP 1,931 on avergae.Flights costs around PHP 3,007 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-Puerta De Atocha 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 PHP 3,426 MadridtoBilbaoTrains is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of PHP 1,415 MadridtoBilbaoBuses is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of PHP 1,931 .Is there a time difference between Madrid and Bilbao?
The time difference between Madrid and Bilbao is 0m.