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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Showing times and prices for Jan 21
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
315 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Fast buses
Of the 5 buses that leave Bilbao for Madrid Barajas Airport on Wed, Jan 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 21 the direct buses cover the 315 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Wed, Jan 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
04:00AM3h50
Bilbao07:50AMMadrid Barajas Airport
$241One-way
0 transfers
10:00AM4h40
Bilbao02:40PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$251One-way
0 transfers
12:30AM3h40
Bilbao04:10AMMadrid Barajas Airport
$321One-way
0 transfers
12:30PM4h10
Bilbao04:40PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$351One-way
0 transfers
05:00PM4h00
Bilbao09:00PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$351One-way
0 transfers
12:30AM3h40
Bilbao04:10AMMadrid Barajas Airport
$321One-way
0 transfers
04:00AM3h50
Bilbao07:50AMMadrid Barajas Airport
$241One-way
0 transfers
05:00PM4h00
Bilbao09:00PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$351One-way
0 transfers
12:30PM4h10
Bilbao04:40PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$351One-way
0 transfers
10:00AM4h40
Bilbao02:40PMMadrid Barajas Airport
$251One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 195 miles (315 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€40 Average price Cheapest | €114 Average price | €64 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Live departures
Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 9:33 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 20h45 | 6:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h40 | 5:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Supra Economy | 7:30 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h05 | 11:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 PM Bilbao | 3h40 | 3:10 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 21 | |||||
| 3:00 AM Bilbao | 3h50 | 6:50 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 AM Bilbao | 4h40 | 1:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
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Buses from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€25)
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 00:00 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport start from as low as $47 (€38) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $50 (€40) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 14 daily trains from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport with 10 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 5m but the average duration is 4h 25m
Train Operators
- Travel from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, and Infobus
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Alsa.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 12:00 AM and the last at 08:30 PM
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€25)
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas AirportYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Price
$47 (€38)
Alsa frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Alsa Supra
About
Alsa Supra is a premium service offered by Alsa, a leading Spanish bus company. It provides a high level of comfort and amenities for travelers, aiming to make each journey a unique experience. Key features of Alsa Supra buses include reclining leather seats with footrests, individual seating rows, high-speed Wi-Fi, USB chargers, and an "Ociobus" on-board entertainment system with films, documentaries, and music. Passengers can also enjoy daily newspapers and a food and drink service, with a special menu available in the Premium class. Alsa Supra also offers services for people with reduced mobility, including reserved seating and wheelchair spaces. These services are available on various national and international routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 5m
Cheapest Price
$63 (€51)
Alsa Supra frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior reservation required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own "BusSystem" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) can start from as little as $32 (€26) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) is $49 (€40); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) bus travel time is 4 h 5 min for the 195 mile (315 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) leaves at 12: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) leaves at 10: 40PM.
Yes, there are 14 direct buses a day from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) with Alsa or Alsa Supra. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the route from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) you can take a bus with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar or Infobus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Bilbao and Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 5 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) by bus is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) from Bilbao including taking a bus or flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD):
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) for bus providers Alsa, Alsa Supra and Infobus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus providers Alsa, Alsa Supra and Infobus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) depends on the bus providers:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD), follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD).
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD):
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD):
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD). The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) with the following bus companies: Alsa, Alsa Supra and Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) with the following bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra and Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD) with the following bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra and Infobus.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Bilbao
Madrid
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
Distance to city center
1 km
Car connection
Gurtubay KaleaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea
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