What is the cheapest way to get from Elche to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Elche to Bilbao is to fly which costs €30 - €120 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elche to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Elche to Bilbao is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Elche and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Elche to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Elche and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Elche and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Elche to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Elche Av/Elx Av and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Elche to Bilbao?

The distance between Elche and Bilbao is 622 km. The road distance is 757.2 km.

How do I travel from Elche to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Elche to Bilbao without a car is to train via Madrid which takes 9h 48m and costs €90 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Elche to Bilbao?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Elche to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elche to Bilbao bus from?

Elche to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Elche station.

Where do I catch the Elche to Bilbao train from?

Elche to Bilbao train services, operated by Ouigo, depart from Elche Av/Elx Av station.

Train, bus or fly from Elche to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Elche to Bilbao is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €120. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €90 - €210 and takes 9h 48m, you could also bus via Madrid Airport (MAD), which costs €65 - €110 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Elche to Bilbao bus arrive?

Elche to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station.

Where does the Elche to Bilbao train arrive?

Elche to Bilbao train services, operated by Ouigo, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Elche to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Elche to Bilbao is 757 km. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Elche to Bilbao.

How do I get a train ticket from Elche to Bilbao?

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Elche to Bilbao - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Elche to Bilbao by plane, train (Ouigo, Renfe), bus, car, train (Renfe), or train (Renfe, Ouigo)

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Fly
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1. Fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane ALC - BIO
3h 44m
€34–117
Train via Madrid
1. Take the train from Elche Av/Elx Av to Madrid Chamartíntrain 6535 / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
9h 48m
€92–202
Bus via Madrid Airport (MAD)
1. Take the bus from Elche to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)bus ALSA - Campoa-Mad
2. Take the bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Bilbao Intermodalbus ALSA - S Mad-Bil / ...
10h 48m
€67–106
Drive 757.2 km
1. Drive from Elche to Bilbaocar 757.2 km
7h 46m
€124–179
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Elche Av/Elx Av to Burgos Rosa De Limatrain Ave
2. Take the train from Burgos Rosa De Lima to Miranda De Ebrotrain Ic / ...
3. Take the train from Miranda De Ebro to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv / ...
9h 50m
€124–226
Train via Miranda de Ebro
1. Take the train from Alacant/Alicante Terminal to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Miranda De Ebrotrain Alv / ...
3. Take the train from Miranda De Ebro to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv / ...
10h 23m
€95–222
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Alicante/Alacant to Bilbao Intermodalbus
12h 40m
€67–78

Elche to Bilbao by bus and train

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9h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 622.4 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Elche, Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

Volotea, Vueling Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elche - Renfe - Carrus to Bilbao-Abando via Elche Av/Elx Av, Elche Av/Elx Av, and Madrid Chamartín in around 9h 48m.

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