Madrid to Bilbao by bus
Travelling from Madrid to Bilbao by bus takes about 4h 51m, run by City transit, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €20
- Total journey
- 4h 51m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- City transit, FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Sep 8 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Madrid to Madrid BarajasCity transit10m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Madrid Barajas - 2Madrid Barajas to Bilbao
FlixBus4h 21mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Madrid to Bilbao
FlixBus runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 14:50 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11 | 14:50 | 23:59 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €29Checked Sep 8 | 1h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €39Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 4h 38mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€29Checked Sep 81h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€39Omio catalogue, Sep 84h 38m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Madrid to Bilbao by bus: common questions
How long does Madrid to Bilbao take by bus?
About 4h 51m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Bilbao?
Omio publishes €20 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Madrid to Bilbao?
City transit, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
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