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Madrid to Bilbao
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Air Europa12h 35m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PLN 383One way
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Air Europa1h
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PLN 625One way
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Air Europa12h 35m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PLN 470One way
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Iberia1h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
PLN 531One 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 PLN 93 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 PLN 153
Average duration1h 28m
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Trains Cheapest
Average price PLN 93
Average duration5h 52m
Departure Time06:55 - 23:02
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Buses
Average price PLN 146
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?
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 PLN 206; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to PLN 363.
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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 PLN 93.
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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 Monday, with an average price of PLN 146.
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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?
The distance from Madrid to Bilbao is about 320 km (199 mi).How can I get from Madrid to Bilbao?
There are 3 ways to get 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 37m.Trains takes on average 5h 52m.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 PLN 93. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Buses costs around PLN 146 on avergae.Flights costs around PLN 153 on average.Where do you usually depart from and arrive at when traveling from Madrid to Bilbao?
When traveling from Madrid to Bilbao, travelers usually depart from and arrive at the following locations: Flights typically departs from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrives at Bilbao Airport , Trains typically departs from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arrives at Bilbao-Abando , Buses typically departs from ESPANILLO and arrives at Bilbao Hotel Carlton .When is the cheapest time to book 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 PLN 206 MadridtoBilbaoTrains is usually the cheapest at Tuesday, with an average price of PLN 93 MadridtoBilbaoBuses is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of PLN 146 .Is there a time difference between Madrid and Bilbao?
The time difference between Madrid and Bilbao is 0m.