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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Madrid
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Madrid will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 8 trains that leave Bilbao for Madrid on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 323 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 7 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
043665:28 PM4h45Bilbao-Abando10:13 PMMadrid Chamartín$481One-way0 transfers- 00437+
047863:02 PM5h13Bilbao-Abando8:15 PMMadrid Chamartín$571One-way1 transfer - 00437 · 043663:02 PM7h11Bilbao-Abando10:13 PMMadrid Chamartín$571One-way1 transfer
- 00283 · 0478611:58 AM8h17Bilbao-Abando8:15 PMMadrid Chamartín$591One-way1 transfer
- 00283+0436611:58 AM10h15Bilbao-Abando10:13 PMMadrid Chamartín$591One-way1 transfer
- 043665:28 PM4h45Bilbao-Abando10:13 PMMadrid Chamartín$481One-way0 transfers
- 00437+047863:02 PM5h13Bilbao-Abando8:15 PMMadrid Chamartín$571One-way1 transfer
- 04186 · 040866:53 AM6h58Bilbao-Abando1:51 PMMadrid Chamartín$1191One-way1 transfer
- 00437 · 043663:02 PM7h11Bilbao-Abando10:13 PMMadrid Chamartín$571One-way1 transfer
- 00437 · 041763:02 PM7h11Bilbao-Abando10:13 PMMadrid Chamartín$651One-way1 transfer
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bilbao to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $37.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$56 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $166 Average price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Bilbao to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Madrid trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04366 | On time 3:28 PM Bilbao-Abando | 4h45 | 8:13 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
| 04186 · 04086 | On time 4:53 AM Bilbao-Abando | 6h58 | 11:51 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00283+04176 | On time 9:58 AM Bilbao-Abando | 10h15 | 8:13 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00283 · 04786 | On time 9:58 AM Bilbao-Abando | 8h17 | 6:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00283+04366 | On time 9:58 AM Bilbao-Abando | 10h15 | 8:13 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00437 · 04176 | On time 1:02 PM Bilbao-Abando | 7h11 | 8:13 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00437+04786 | On time 1:02 PM Bilbao-Abando | 5h13 | 6:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00437 · 04366 | On time 1:02 PM Bilbao-Abando | 7h11 | 8:13 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Bilbao to Madrid
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Trains from Bilbao to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 28m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 5:37 PM |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros from Bilbao to Madrid trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Bilbao and Madrid from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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