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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao Airport 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 Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bilbao Airport for Madrid Barajas Airport on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 320 km distance in an average of 7 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 14 h 15 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.
12:00 PM4h40Bilbao Airport4:40 PMMadrid Barajas Airport$491One-way0 transfers- 1:00 PM4h40Bilbao Airport5:40 PMMadrid Barajas Airport$521One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM14h15Bilbao Airport6:10 AMMadrid Barajas Airport$1241One-way0 transfers
- 1:00 PM4h40Bilbao Airport5:40 PMMadrid Barajas Airport$521One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 PM4h40Bilbao Airport4:40 PMMadrid Barajas Airport$491One-way0 transfers
- 3:55 PM14h15Bilbao Airport6:10 AMMadrid Barajas Airport$1241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $31.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $138 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $138 (€112).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
Train takes on average 4h 51m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€64) compared to roughly $95 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 4h 33m versus 4h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, Alsa.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Live departures
Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h30 | 10:30 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| 12:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h40 | 4:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Bilbao Airport | 4h40 | 5:40 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport
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Buses from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 198 miles (320 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 12:00 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, BizkaiBus from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas AirportYou can travel by bus between Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, BizkaiBus for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bilbao Airport to Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao Airport 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.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
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