The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 45 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 $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 3 buses that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Bilbao Airport on Sat, Feb 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct buses cover the 320 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest buses will take 14 h 5 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.






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 $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $39.
Distance: 198 miles (320 km)
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4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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 today, Friday, February 27. 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 Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h45 | 10:45 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 14h05 | 9:55 AM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 28 | |||||
![]() | 10:15 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 4h40 | 2:55 PM Bilbao Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport by bus or flight
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Why should you book Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport
Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 16 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 30m.
Distance 198 miles (320 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€29) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 10:15 |
Last bus 19:50 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao AirportYou can travel by bus between Madrid Barajas Airport to Bilbao Airport with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra for as low as $37 (€29). 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 Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- 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.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
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