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How to Travel from

Madrid Airport to Bilbao

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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$202.52

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.30–$278.47

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.10–$69.62

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$36.71–$54.43

Alava Bus

Phone:
+34 945 18 20 60
Website:
alavabus.eus/es/inicio
Bus from Haro to Bilbao
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.96–$13.92

Jimenez Movilidad

Phone:
+34 900 202 777
Website:
jimenezmovilidad.es/
Bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Haro
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.99–$34.18

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao is to bus via Haro which costs $25 - $46.74 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao is to fly which takes 1h 25m and costs $31.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct train between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Cercanías and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct flight between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Bilbao?

Yes, there are direct flights between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Bilbao; these take 1h and cost $30.43 - $130.43 .

How far is it from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao?

The distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Bilbao is 330 km. The road distance is 383.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $33.70 - $54.35 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao, including transfers.

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

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

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

The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao is to fly which takes 1h 25m and costs $31.52 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $54.35 and takes 5h 26m, you could also train, which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao train arrive?

Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao-Abando station.

Can I drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao is 383 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1582+ hotels available in Bilbao. Prices start at $51.90 per night.
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