What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 5h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs €30 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Bilbao Intermodal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Bilbao Intermodal?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at San Mamés via Bilbao-Intermod. Abando Indalecio Prieto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

The distance between Madrid and Bilbao Intermodal is 398 km. The road distance is 395.4 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs €35 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

The bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao Intermodal takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal bus from?

Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal train from?

Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

The best way to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs €35 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €90 and takes 5h 4m, you could also fly, which costs €30 - €140 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal bus arrive?

Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal train arrive?

Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Bilbao-Abando station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal is 395 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

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Where can I stay near Bilbao Intermodal?

There are 1682+ hotels available in Bilbao Intermodal.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal?

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

Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal by bus, train (Renfe), car, plane, or rideshare

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa
4h 25m
€35–80
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Bilbaorideshare 396.4 km
5h 5m
€22
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
5h 4m
€34–88
Drive 395.4 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Bilbao Intermodalcar 395.4 km
3h 57m
€62–89
Fly
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
2h 50m
€34–136
Bus via Haro
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Harobus Madrid to Pamplona through Haro and Logroño
2. Take the bus from Haro to Bilbao Intermodalbus L17
5h 35m
€24–45

Madrid to Bilbao Intermodal by bus

102Weekly Buses

4h 25mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 397.5 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Bilbao Intermodal, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao Intermodal hourly. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando twice daily. Tickets cost €30–90 and the journey takes 4h 51m.

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