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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Basque Country is to rideshare which costs €25 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Basque Country is to fly which takes 2h 25m and costs €40 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at San Sebastian/Donostia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Madrid to Basque Country?

The distance between Madrid and Basque Country is 341 km. The road distance is 449.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Basque Country without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Madrid to Basque Country, including transfers.

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

Madrid to Basque Country bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

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

Madrid to Basque Country train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Basque Country?

The best way to get from Madrid to Basque Country is to fly which takes 2h 55m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €110 and takes 5h 15m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €90 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Madrid to Basque Country bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madrid to Basque Country train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madrid to Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Basque Country is 450 km. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Madrid to Basque Country.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Basque Country?

There are 1624+ hotels available in Basque Country.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Basque Country?

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

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

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

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Fly to Bilbao Airport
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)MAD - BIO
2h 55m
€34–146
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Saint-Sébastien451.1 km
5h 26m
€25
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/DonostiaAlv / ...
5h 15m
€45–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San SebastiánAlsa
5h 30m
€35–90
Fly to San Sebastián Airport
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)MAD - EAS
2h 25m
€43–273
Fly to Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Vitoria-Gasteiz Airport (VIT)MAD - VIT
3h 25m
€30–206
Bus via Logroño
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Logroño Bus StationMadrid to Pamplona through Logroño / ...
2. Take the bus from Logroño Bus Station to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián
7h 15m
€42–82
Drive 449.5 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Donostia / San Sebastián449.5 km
4h 30m
€70–101

Madrid to Basque Country by train (Renfe)

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5h 15mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 340.9 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Iberia and Air Europa fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostia 3 times a day. Tickets cost €45–110 and the journey takes 5h 15m.

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