What is the cheapest way to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao is to train which costs €10 - €15 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Alar del Rey and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Alar del Rey to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Alar del Rey and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via Burgos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Alar del Rey and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Alar del Rey to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Alar Del Rey-San Quirce and arriving at Bilbao La Concordia via Mataporquera. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Alar del Rey to Bilbao?

The distance between Alar del Rey and Bilbao is 235 km. The road distance is 173.9 km.

How do I travel from Alar del Rey to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 16m and costs €20 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alar del Rey to Bilbao bus from?

Alar del Rey to Bilbao bus services, operated by Autobuses Amaya, depart from Alar del Rey station.

Where do I catch the Alar del Rey to Bilbao train from?

Alar del Rey to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Mataporquera station.

Train or bus from Alar del Rey to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao is to bus which takes 5h 45m and costs €16 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €15 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Alar del Rey to Bilbao bus arrive?

Alar del Rey to Bilbao bus services, operated by Autobuses Amaya, arrive at Burgos station.

Where does the Alar del Rey to Bilbao train arrive?

Alar del Rey to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Bilbao La Concordia station.

Can I drive from Alar del Rey to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Alar del Rey to Bilbao is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Alar del Rey to Bilbao.

How do I get a train ticket from Alar del Rey to Bilbao?

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Alar del Rey to Bilbao - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao by train, bus, car, or train (Renfe)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Alar Del Rey-San Quirce to Santandertrain Re
2. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa
4h 16m
€21–36
Train (Renfe)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Mataporquera to Bilbao La Concordiatrain C4
4h 55m
€10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alar del Rey to Burgosbus
2. Take the bus from Burgos to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa
5h 45m
€16–25
Drive 173.9 km
1. Drive from Alar del Rey to Bilbaocar 173.9 km
2h 38m
€28–40
Train via Santander (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Alar Del Rey-San Quirce to Malianotrain Re
2. Take the train from Maliaño to Bilbaotrain
5h 53m
€20–33

Alar del Rey to Bilbao by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 16mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alar del Rey to Bilbao.

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Distance: 234.8 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Alar del Rey, Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

You can take a bus from Alar del Rey to Bilbao Intermodal via Burgos in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, Renfe Cercanias operates a train from Mataporquera to Bilbao La Concordia once daily. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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