How to get from
Madrid to Bilbao
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Compare prices to get from Madrid to Bilbao
PHP 2,413|1h
PHP 1,413|5h 10m
PHP 2,081|3h 55m
PHP 5,203
PHP 2,476
PHP 2,476
PHP 2,665
PHP 4,519
PHP 4,519
PHP 2,413
PHP 3,862
PHP 2,494
PHP 2,926
PHP 2,413
PHP 2,413
PHP 3,736
PHP 2,773
Air Europa1h 5m
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 2,476One way
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Air Europa1h
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 11,576One way
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Air Europa1h 5m
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 5,032One way
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Iberia Express Airways10h 40m
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PHP 9,631One 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 flights, trains, and buses from Madrid to Bilbao
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao costs only PHP 2,315 on average via Buses, and the quickest way takes just 1h 28m by Flights. Find the travel option that best suits you.
Flights
Fastest
Average price
PHP 3,179
Average duration
1h 28m
Departure Time
06:35 - 19:45
Direct options
Trains
Average price
PHP 2,775
Average duration
5h 59m
Departure Time
06:48 - 23:02
Direct options
Buses
Cheapest
Average price
PHP 2,315
Average duration
4h 5m
Departure Time
20:30 - 00:40
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?
Which month has the cheapest 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 3,272; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to PHP 5,765.
PHP 5,765
PHP 4,519
PHP 3,272
PHP 2,026
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 Wednesday, with an average price of PHP 1,413.
PHP 2,825
PHP 2,119
PHP 1,413
PHP 707
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 2,315.
PHP 2,315
Recommended hotels in Bilbao
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Poshtel Bilbao - Premium Hostel
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0.52 km from downtown
PHP 2,250
8
/10
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Casual Mardones
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PHP 5,158
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/10
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Ilunion Abando Bilbao
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0.63 km from downtown
61% off
PHP 15,140
PHP 5,932
Madrid to Bilbao travel tips
Find departure & arrival points near Madrid and Bilbao
Popular airports near Madrid
Adolfo Suárez 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 San Mames Stadium
Bilbao Bus Station
Bilbao Bus Station
Bilbao Intermodal
How to travel from Madrid to Bilbao: FAQs
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How far is it from Madrid to Bilbao?
It’s about 320 km (199 mi) from Madrid to Bilbao. -
How do I get from Madrid to Bilbao?
You can travel from Madrid to Bilbao in 3 different ways: Flights, Trains, Buses. -
What’s 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 5m.Trains takes on average 5h 59m. -
What’s the most budget-friendly way to travel from Madrid to Bilbao?
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao is by Buses, with an average price of PHP 2,315. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around PHP 2,775 on avergae.Flights costs around PHP 3,179 on average. -
What are the main departure and arrival points for trips between Madrid and Bilbao?
For trips between Madrid and Bilbao, travelers typically use the following departure and arrival points: Most Flights depart from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Bilbao Airport; Trains depart from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arrive at Bilbao-Abando; Buses depart from ESPANILLO and arrive at Bilbao Hotel Carlton. -
How far in advance should I book tickets from Madrid to Bilbao to get the best deal?
Train, bus, and flight schedules vary by season and day of the week. Based on Trip.com data: Flights from Madrid to Bilbao are typically cheapest January, with an average fare of PHP 3,272. Flights from Madrid to Bilbao are typically cheapest Wednesday, with an average fare of PHP 1,413. Flights from Madrid to Bilbao are typically cheapest Monday, with an average fare of PHP 2,315 -
Are Madrid and Bilbao in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Madrid and Bilbao.