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Madrid to Bilbao
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Compare prices to get from Madrid to Bilbao
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Air Europa1h
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
£50One way
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Iberia1h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
£39One way
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Iberia Express Airways9h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
£51One way
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Air Europa10h 30m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
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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 £28 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 £31
Average duration1h 28m
Departure Time06:30 - 19:45
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Trains
Average price £29
Average duration5h 52m
Departure Time06:55 - 23:02
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Buses Cheapest
Average price £28
Average duration4h 37m
Departure Time19:00 - 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?
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 £41; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to £72.
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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 Tuesday, with an average price of £19.
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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 Tuesday, with an average price of £28.
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Madrid to Bilbao travel tips
Find departure & arrival points 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 San Mames Stadium
Bilbao Bus Station
Bilbao Intermodal
Bilbao Central Bus Station
How to travel from Madrid to Bilbao: FAQs
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 37m.Trains takes on average 5h 52m.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 £28. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around £29 on avergae.Flights costs around £31 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 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 £41. Flights from Madrid to Bilbao are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of £19. Flights from Madrid to Bilbao are typically cheapest Tuesday, with an average fare of £28Are Madrid and Bilbao in the same time zone?
There is a 0m time difference between Madrid and Bilbao.