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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
13 h 47 m
Average duration
13 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
320 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
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042679:15 AM13h47Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:02 PMBilbao-Abando$611One-way2 transfers- Normal+04267 · 042679:15 AM13h47Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:02 PMBilbao-Abando$721One-way2 transfers
- Normal+04167 · 042679:15 AM13h47Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:02 PMBilbao-Abando$821One-way2 transfers
- Normal+04267 · 042679:15 AM13h47Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:02 PMBilbao-Abando$721One-way2 transfers
- Normal+04167 · 042679:15 AM13h47Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:02 PMBilbao-Abando$821One-way2 transfers
- Normal+37267+042679:15 AM13h47Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)11:02 PMBilbao-Abando$611One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $46.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m 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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport costing on average $151 (€124).
Other travel options to Bilbao Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
Train takes on average 5h 36m.
You'll arrive about -1h -45m sooner (4h 33m by bus vs 3h 48m by car) and save roughly $-2.65 (€-2.18) compared to fuel and tolls ($98 (€81) vs $95 (€78)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Alsa.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:28PM | Duration 13h13 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:28PM | Duration 8h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport buses for tomorrow, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal+04267 · 04267 | 9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h47 | 11:02 PM Bilbao-Abando | 2 transfers | |
| Normal+04167 · 04267 | 9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h47 | 11:02 PM Bilbao-Abando | 2 transfers | |
| Normal+37267+04267 | 9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h47 | 11:02 PM Bilbao-Abando | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport
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Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $46 (€38) by flight.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:15, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 198 miles (320 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 10:15 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao AirportYou can travel by bus between Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport with BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as $46 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao 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 Bilbao Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- 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.
- Alsa
- 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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