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

The cheapest way to get from Sol to Bilbao is to rideshare which costs €22 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sol to Bilbao is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs €30 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Sol and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Sol to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Cibeles - Casa De América and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via Madrid, Avenida de América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Sol and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Sol to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Sol and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Sol to Bilbao?

The distance between Sol and Bilbao is 350 km. The road distance is 395.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sol to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 5h 33m and costs €35 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Sol to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sol to Bilbao bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sol to Bilbao train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sol to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Sol to Bilbao is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs €30 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €85 and takes 5h 33m, you could also train, which costs €30 - €100 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Sol to Bilbao bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sol to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sol to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Sol to Bilbao is 396 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Sol to Bilbao.

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

Book your Sol to Bilbao train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1645+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Can I share a ride from Sol to Bilbao?

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

Sol to Bilbao - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare, and car

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

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
3h 9m
€34–148
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Bilbaorideshare 395.7 km
4h 47m
€22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa
5h 33m
€36–85
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
6h 2m
€32–97
Bus via Vitoria-Gasteiz
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteizbus FlixBus N1158
2. Take the bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz - Estación de Autobuses to Bilbao Boluetabus A3720
9h 37m
€38–65
Drive 395.9 km
1. Drive from Sol to Bilbaocar 395.9 km
4h
€63–90

Sol to Bilbao by bus

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5h 33mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 350.2 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Iberia and Air Europa fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Bilbao Intermodal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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