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Explore cheap prices from Madrid to Bilbao

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid to Bilbao, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
PHP 3,049.71
09:0618:10
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PHP 3,049.71
Sat24May
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 3,135.92
09:0618:10
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PHP 3,135.92
Sun25May
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 2,348.76
08:4015:36
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PHP 2,348.76
Mon26May
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 1,958.17
08:4015:36
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PHP 1,958.17
Tue27May
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 1,958.17
08:4015:36
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PHP 1,958.17
Wed28May
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 2,348.76
08:4015:36
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PHP 2,348.76
Thu29May
Cheapest train of the day
PHP 2,348.76
08:4015:36
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PHP 2,348.76
Fri30May
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Madrid to Bilbao Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid to Bilbao? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from PHP 1,560.17, with the typical price for this route being about PHP 2,900.15. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Sat, May 24
    From PHP 3,049.71
  • Sun, May 25
    From PHP 3,135.92
  • Mon, May 26
    From PHP 2,348.76
  • Tue, May 27
    From PHP 1,958.17
  • Wed, May 28
    From PHP 1,958.17
  • Thu, May 29
    From PHP 2,348.76
  • Fri, May 30
    From PHP 2,348.76
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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07:20
Madrid-Chamartín
12:00
Bilbao-Abando
4h 40m, Directrenfe
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08:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
15:36
Bilbao-Abando
7h 9m, Changes requiredrenfe
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08:40
Madrid-Chamartín
15:36
Bilbao-Abando
6h 56m, Changes requiredIntercitrenfe
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09:06
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
18:10
Bilbao-Abando
9h 4m, Changes requiredrenfeIntercit
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09:06
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
18:15
Paris
9h 9m, Changes requiredrenfeIntercit
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Madrid to Bilbao Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid to Bilbao typically costs from PHP 1,560.17. The journey averages 4h 40m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 324 km. Intercit, renfe generally offers 5 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
07:20
Last train
Last train
09:06
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 40m
Distance
Distance
324 km
Price
Price
From PHP 1,560.17
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Bilbao

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Bilbao Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid to Bilbao, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid to Bilbao Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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