What is the cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €22 - €40 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basque Country to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Basque Country to Madrid is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs €45 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Basque Country and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Basque Country and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Sebastian/Donostia and arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Basque Country to Madrid?

The distance between Basque Country and Madrid is 348 km. The road distance is 449.5 km.

How do I travel from Basque Country to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs €65 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Basque Country to Madrid?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Basque Country to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Madrid bus from?

Basque Country to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Madrid train from?

Basque Country to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from San Sebastian/Donostia station.

Train, bus or fly from Basque Country to Madrid?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Madrid is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €35 - €170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €110 and takes 5h 18m, you could also bus, which costs €30 - €75 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Basque Country to Madrid bus arrive?

Basque Country to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Basque Country to Madrid train arrive?

Basque Country to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Basque Country to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Basque Country to Madrid is 449 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Basque Country to Madrid.

How do I get a train ticket from Basque Country to Madrid?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basque Country to Madrid?

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Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6996+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Basque Country to Madrid?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basque Country and Madrid. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basque Country to Madrid - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Basque Country to Madrid by plane, train (Renfe), bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly from Bilbao Airport
best
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BIO - MAD
2h 50m
€38–166
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Saint-Sébastien to Madridrideshare 450.7 km
5h 22m
€22–40
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
5h 18m
€65–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus Alsa / ...
5h 25m
€30–75
Fly from San Sebastián Airport
1. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane EAS - MAD
2h 42m
€45–307
Bus to Pamplona Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Pamplonabus
2. Fly from Pamplona Airport (PNA) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane PNA - MAD
4h 15m
€64–388
Bus via Madrid - Barajas Airport T4
1. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Madrid - Barajas Airport T4bus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 50m
€33–61
Drive 449.5 km
1. Drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to Madridcar 449.5 km
4h 30m
€73–105

Basque Country to Madrid by train (Renfe)

20Weekly Trains

5h 18mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.5 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Basque Country, Spain and Madrid, Spain?

Iberia and Air Europa fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from San Sebastian/Donostia to Madrid Chamartín 3 times a day. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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