Night Trains Trains in Germany Trains in France Trains in Spain Trains in the UK Trains in Italy

Featured Destinations

Rome to Venice train Barcelona to Madrid train Paris to Amsterdam train London to Paris train Berlin Hbf to Hamburg Hbf train Vienna to Budapest train Venice to Milan train Malmo to Copenhagen train Prague to Berlin train Brussels to Amsterdam train

Buses

Buses in Germany Buses in the UK Buses in France Buses in the US Buses in Spain

Featured Destinations

Valencia to Barcelona bus Brussels to Paris bus Cork to Dublin bus Madrid to Granada bus Manchester to Leeds bus Paris to Amsterdam bus Malaga to Madrid bus Vienna to Bratislava bus Paris to Brussels bus Lisbon to Lagos bus

Flights

Flight Cancellations Flights to France Flights to Poland Flights to the UK Flights to Germany Flights to Canada Flights to Poland

Featured Destinations

Paris to Barcelona flights Amsterdam to Budapest flights Manchester to Rome flights London to Copenhagen flights Amsterdam to Berlin flights Paris to Milan flights Rome to Barcelona flights Madrid to Brussels flights Milan to Berlin flights London to Amsterdam flights

Ferries

Fred Olsen Express Toremar SNAV Moby Lines Trasmapi

Featured Destinations

Calais to Dover ferry Palma to Ibiza ferry Sorrento to Positano ferry Santorini to Mykonos ferry Palermo to Naples ferry Dublin to Holyhead ferry

Your bookings

Bilbao to Madrid bus

Scan to get our free app

Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.

App Store

4.9

42K ratings

Google Play

4.6

136K reviews

Trust Pilot

4.4

6,750 reviews

Compare prices and tickets by train, bus, flight or ferry

Tue
Sep 26

Wed
Sep 27

Thu
Sep 28

Fri
Sep 29

Sat
Sep 30

Sun
Oct 01

Mon
Oct 02

Tue
Oct 03

Wed
Oct 04

Thu
Oct 05

Fri
Oct 06

Sat
Oct 07

Sun
Oct 08

Mon
Oct 09

Tue
Oct 10

Wed
Oct 11

Thu
Oct 12

Fri
Oct 13

Sat
Oct 14

Sun
Oct 15

Mon
Oct 16

Cheap bus tickets from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Cheapest

€40

Average

€43

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

08:00AM4h45

Bilbao

12:45PMMadrid

€401One-way

0 transfers

03:30PM4h45

Bilbao

08:15PMMadrid

€401One-way

0 transfers

10:00AM4h40

Bilbao

02:40PMMadrid

€401One-way

0 transfers

02:00PM4h50

Bilbao

06:50PMMadrid

€401One-way

0 transfers

08:30PM4h15

Bilbao

12:45AMMadrid

€531One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 26

01:00AM5h30

Bilbao

06:30AMMadrid, Estación Sur

0 transfers

01:00AM4h45

Bilbao

05:45AMMadrid

0 transfers

01:00AM4h30

Bilbao

05:30AMMadrid

0 transfers

02:00AM4h05

Bilbao

06:05AMMadrid

0 transfers

02:00AM4h15

Bilbao

06:15AMMadrid

0 transfers

07:00AM4h45

Bilbao

11:45AMMadrid

0 transfers

07:00AM4h30

Bilbao

11:30AMMadrid

0 transfers

08:00AM4h45

Bilbao

12:45PMMadrid

0 transfers

08:00AM4h30

Bilbao

12:30PMMadrid

0 transfers

08:15AM8h45

Bilbao

05:00PMMadrid, Estación Sur

1 transfer

08:30AM5h20

Bilbao

01:50PMMadrid

1 transfer

09:00AM5h10

Bilbao

02:10PMMadrid, Estación Sur

0 transfers

09:00AM4h40

Bilbao

01:40PMMadrid

0 transfers

09:00AM4h10

Bilbao

01:10PMMadrid

0 transfers

09:45AM5h25

Bilbao

03:10PMMadrid

1 transfer

09:45AM5h15

Bilbao

03:00PMMadrid

1 transfer

10:00AM4h40

Bilbao

02:40PMMadrid

0 transfers

12:00PM4h45

Bilbao

04:45PMMadrid

0 transfers

02:00PM4h40

Bilbao

06:40PMMadrid

0 transfers

02:00PM4h50

Bilbao

06:50PMMadrid

0 transfers

03:00PM4h10

Bilbao

07:10PMMadrid

0 transfers

03:30PM4h45

Bilbao

08:15PMMadrid

0 transfers

04:00PM4h45

Bilbao

08:45PMMadrid

0 transfers

04:15PM6h30

Bilbao

10:45PMMadrid

1 transfer

06:00PM4h15

Bilbao

10:15PMMadrid

0 transfers

08:30PM4h05

Bilbao

12:35AMMadrid

0 transfers

08:30PM4h15

Bilbao

12:45AMMadrid

0 transfers

This is the last bus of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Bus times from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Fastest Journey

4 h 5 m

Average

4 h 7 m

Buses per day

Distance

323 km

Of the 4 buses that leave Bilbao for Madrid every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:30PM4h05

Bilbao

12:35AMMadrid

€481One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

02:00AM4h05

Bilbao

06:05AMMadrid

€481One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

09:00AM4h10

Bilbao

01:10PMMadrid

€471One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

03:00PM4h10

Bilbao

07:10PMMadrid

€471One-way

0 transfers

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Accommodation
Need a place to stay in Madrid?

Tue, Sep 26

Total price for 1 night

1 adult

Change

Top pick hotels

Entire homes & apartments

Find the best accommodation for you, with our partner Expedia

View all

Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Madrid

	Distance	200 miles (322 km)
	Average bus duration	4 h 15 min
	Average bus ticket price	$40 (€36)
	Direct bus	Yes
	Bus providers	Alsa Supra, Alsa or Alsa Premium

Buses from Bilbao to Madrid cover the 200 miles (322 km) long journey taking on average 4 h 15 min with our travel partners like Alsa Supra, Alsa or Alsa Premium. There are direct bus services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $40 (€36), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $40 (€36). Travelers depart most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4.

Bus providers: Alsa from Bilbao to Madrid

Buy your official Alsa bus tickets between Bilbao and Madrid from $40 (€36) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

Alsa is the main bus company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on bus journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal buses with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe buses like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.

Cheapest Price: $40

Buses from Bilbao to Madrid

Buses provide an excellent option for those who need to travel from Bilbao to Madrid. There are 21-23 direct buses from Bilbao to Madrid during the week, and as many as 24 services on Saturdays and Sundays. Expect the journey time to be between 4 hours 5 minutes and 5 hours 15 minutes.

Which bus companies travel from Bilbao to Madrid?

Alsa is the sole operator of buses to Madrid from Bilbao. The company offers a daily schedule to both central Madrid and the airport, with air conditioned coaches and plenty of space to relax.

How long is the bus from Bilbao to Madrid?

Bus journeys from Bilbao to Madrid will last between 4 hours 5 minutes and 5 hours 15 minutes when no changes are needed. The fastest services run to Barajas Airport, with buses to central Madrid taking 15-20 minutes longer.

How many buses are there from Bilbao to Madrid?

There should always be plenty of buses to choose from when traveling from Bilbao to Madrid. Expect 21-23 direct buses from Monday to Friday, and 24 buses on Saturdays and Sundays.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Bilbao to Madrid?

Departure Bus Station: Buses to Madrid could leave from Bilbao's Termibus bus station, or Genxo - Las Mercedes. Termibus is located in the center of the city, right next to San Mames Stadium. The best way for most people to get there is via the Bilbao Metro to San Mames, on foot, or by local buses, which stop right outside the bus station doors. However, Getxo - Las Mercedes could be more convenient for those transferring from ferries or staying near the port. The stop can be found next to the Bay of Biscay, a short 5 minute walk from Areeta Metro Station.

Arrival Bus Station: Buses from Bilbao to Madrid could arrive at Barajas Airport or Madrid Intercity Av. America. Barajas is the city's main international airport, so alighting there is a great idea for anyone catching flights. Coaches from Bilbao will stop at Terminal 4, so leave time for transfers to other terminals if required. Most people headed for the center of Madrid will prefer to take buses to Av. America. Situated near the heart of Madrid, the bus station has direct connections to subway lines 4, 6, 7, and 9, so getting to any part of the capital should be simple.

FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Madrid

FAQs: Take the bus from Bilbao to Madrid with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bilbao to Madrid.

Cheap bus tickets from Bilbao to Madrid can start from as little as $40 (€36) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bilbao to Madrid is $40 (€36); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from Bilbao to Madrid is 4 h 15 min to travel the 200 mile (322 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first bus from Bilbao to Madrid leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Bilbao to Madrid leaves at 9: 30 PM.

When taking a bus from Bilbao to Madrid, you can count on Alsa Supra, Alsa or Alsa Premium for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible bus providers who offer a service from Bilbao to Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

When departing from Bilbao, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, Bilbao, Abando (Estación) and Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in bus stations like Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4, Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83 and Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4, located 12 miles (19.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Madrid from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 15 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Bilbao to Madrid by bus is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Madrid from Bilbao including taking a bus, flight or train.

More options for your journey from Bilbao to Madrid

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

Return journeys for buses from Madrid to Bilbao

Trains from Bilbao to Madrid

Flights from Bilbao to Madrid

Compare all journeys between Bilbao and Madrid

Tickets and more information for coaches to Bilbao

Tickets and more information for coaches to Madrid

Most popular trains, buses and flights

Train London - Madrid

New York City to Madrid

Train Berlin - Madrid

Bus Barcelona - Madrid

Barcelona to Madrid

Train Barcelona - Madrid

Bus Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport - Madrid

Munich to Madrid

Bus Munich - Madrid

Flights Bilbao - Toulouse

Flights Bilbao - Stuttgart

Flights Bilbao - Gothenburg

Flights Bilbao - Marseille

Flights Bilbao - Hanover

Flights Bilbao - Sofia

Flights Bilbao - Málaga

Flights Bilbao - Barcelona El Prat Airport

Flights Bilbao - Zagreb

Flights Bilbao - Birmingham

Flights Bilbao - Københavns Lufthavn

Flights Bilbao - Glasgow

Flights Bilbao - Split

Flights Bilbao - Dublin

Flights Bilbao - Salzburg

Flights Bilbao - Nice

Flights Bilbao - Granada

Flights Bilbao - Pisa

Flights Bilbao - Budapest

Flights Bilbao - Verona

Flights Bilbao - Alicante

Flights Bilbao - Strasbourg

Travel to popular destinations by train, bus or flight

Travel to Roissy-en-France

Bus tickets to Roissy-en-France

Train Times to Roissy-en-France

Flight Schedules to Roissy-en-France

Travel to Genoa

Flight Schedules to Genoa

Train Times to Genoa

Bus tickets to Genoa

Travel to Nantes

Bus tickets to Nantes

Train Times to Nantes

Flight Schedules to Nantes

Bus tickets to Paris Orly Airport

Bus tickets to Dresden

Train Times to Dresden

Flight Schedules to Dresden

Travel to Dresden

Train Times to Nuremberg

Flight Schedules to Nuremberg

Bus tickets to Nuremberg

Travel to Nuremberg

Travel to Leeds

Flight Schedules to Leeds

Bus tickets to Leeds

Train Times to Leeds

Train Times to Dortmund

Bus tickets to Dortmund

Travel to Dortmund

Flight Schedules to Dortmund

Travel to Belgrade

Bus tickets to Belgrade

Flight Schedules to Belgrade

Travel to Cardiff

Flight Schedules to Cardiff

Bus tickets to Cardiff

Train Times to Cardiff

Bus tickets to Bristol

Travel to Bristol

Train Times to Bristol

Flight Schedules to Bristol

Flight Schedules to Dubrovnik

Bus tickets to Dubrovnik

Travel to Dubrovnik

Train Times to Dubrovnik

Bus tickets to Riga

Travel to Riga

Flight Schedules to Riga

Bus tickets to Bucharest

Flight Schedules to Bucharest

Travel to Bucharest

Bus tickets to Antwerp

Travel to Antwerp

Flight Schedules to Antwerp

Train Times to Antwerp

Travel to Thessaloniki

Bus tickets to Thessaloniki

Flight Schedules to Thessaloniki

Bus tickets to Innsbruck

Train Times to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck

Home Buses Bus tickets to MadridBilbao to Madrid bus

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.