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Madrid to Bilbao
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NZD 51|5h 10m
NZD 52|3h 55m
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Air Europa1h
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
NZD 182One way
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Air Europa1h 5m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
NZD 220One way
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Air Europa13h 35m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
NZD 245One way
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Vueling Airlines4h 20m
Madrid Barajas AirportBilbao Airport
NZD 459One 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 NZD 56 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
NZD 77
Average duration
1h 28m
Departure time
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Trains
Average price
NZD 66
Average duration
6h 43m
Departure time
06:55 - 23:02
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Buses
Cheapest
Average price
NZD 56
Average duration
4h 37m
Departure time
07:00 - 00:40
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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 NZD 98; while the month with the highest flight price is usually June, with an average price of up to NZD 172.
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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 Monday, with an average price of NZD 41.
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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 NZD 56.
NZD 56
Recommended hotels in Bilbao
9.1/10
65 Reviews
Bilder Boutique Hotel
Old Town | 1.02 km from downtown
NZD 191
9.3/10
136 Reviews
Goien Boutique Hotel
Old Town | 1.25 km from downtown
NZD 274 NZD 297
9.2/10
107 Reviews
Catalonia Gran Vía Bilbao
Ensanche | 0.57 km from downtown
NZD 253
8.9/10
138 Reviews
Radisson Collection Hotel, Gran Via Bilbao
Ensanche | 0.62 km from downtown
NZD 216 NZD 248
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
Bilbao San Mames Stadium
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 6h 43m.What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao?
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao is by Buses, with an average price of NZD 56. Other modes of transport are more expensive: Trains costs around NZD 66 on avergae.Flights costs around NZD 77 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 NZD 98 MadridtoBilbaoTrains is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of NZD 41 MadridtoBilbaoBuses is usually the cheapest at Monday, with an average price of NZD 56 .Is there a time difference between Madrid and Bilbao?
The time difference between Madrid and Bilbao is 0m.