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Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Cheapest

€37

Average

€40

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

05:35PM4h28

Bilbao-Abando

10:03PMMadrid Chamartín

€371One-way

0 transfers

07:00AM4h28

Bilbao-Abando

11:28AMMadrid Chamartín

€431One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 26

07:00AM4h28

Bilbao-Abando

11:28AMMadrid Chamartín

0 transfers

05:35PM4h28

Bilbao-Abando

10:03PMMadrid Chamartín

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Sep 26

Fastest Journey

4 h 28 m

Average

4 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

323 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Bilbao for Madrid every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

07:00AM4h28

Bilbao-Abando

11:28AMMadrid Chamartín

€431One-way

0 transfers

Fastest

05:35PM4h28

Bilbao-Abando

10:03PMMadrid Chamartín

€371One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Bilbao to Madrid

	Distance	200 miles (322 km)
	Average train duration	4 h 28 min
	Average train ticket price	$48 (€42)
	Train frequency	1 a day
	Direct train	Yes
	Train companies	Renfe ALVIA or Renfe

Trains from Bilbao to Madrid cover the 200 miles (322 km) long trip taking on average 4 h 28 min with our travel partners like Renfe ALVIA or Renfe. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $41 (€37), but the average price of train tickets is $48 (€42). Travelers depart most frequently from Bilbao-Abando and arrive in Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.

Train providers: Renfe from Bilbao to Madrid trains

You can travel by train between Bilbao and Madrid with Renfe for as low as $41 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger trains on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. You can use these savings offers and discount cards on Omio when booking your Bilbao to Madrid trip. Renfe has a vast fleet of trains with different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

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If you are planning a trip on the Bilbao Madrid train you can book your train ticket with Omio easily and comfortably in just one click. In our search engine select the city of departure and arrival and compare the prices and schedules that best suit you for your next trip. Book directly from app de Omio or our web.

How to get from Bilbao to Madrid by train?

Between the cities of Bilbao and Madrid Renfe operates with 2 direct connections a day and 2 more transhipment routes. So there are 4 journeys that are made daily reducing the number to 3 on Saturdays and Sundays. The direct connections are covered by the Alvia train, in the case of those that require transfer the route is operated by an Alvia de Renfe from Bilbao to Zaragoza-Delicias and from Zaragoza to Madrid it is the high-speed AVE train that makes the remaining journey.

Which train goes from Bilbao to Madrid?

The trains that run between Bilbao and Madrid are the Alvia and AVE according to the type of journey chosen. For those who travel directly from Bilbao to Madrid by train, the Alvia are the ones who cover the route. Transfers are made in Zaragoza-Delicias and the AVE make the rest of the journey to Madrid.

How long does the train from Bilbao to Madrid take?

The journey time of Renfe Bilbao Madrid varies according to the time of departure and whether transfers are required. The direct route lasts 5 hours and 8 minutes with the first train in the morning, reducing the journey to 5 hours and 6 minutes in the afternoon. On the other hand, the connection with transshipment lasts 6 hours and 40 minutes.

At what time does the first and last train Bilbao Madrid of the day leave?

The first Renfe leaves Bilbao at 6:30, but does not go directly to Madrid. On the other hand, the direct connection departs at 9:20. The last train is at 17:00 and no transfers are required.

How much does the train ticket from Bilbao to Madrid cost?

The price of the Bilbao Madrid train ticket varies according to the time the train leaves and how much notice is purchased. According to our database, the average price of the Renfe Bilbao Madrid train ticket is 21.99€ but the price usually increases when you choose the transfer route, which can cost around 69.90€.

Where does the Bilbao Madrid train leave from?

Trains leave from Bilbao-Abando. In order to access the station you can take the 1 and 2 metro lines.

On the other hand, the train arrives at Chamartín station if it is the direct route and at Atocha station if it is not. Chamartín is connected to lines 1 and 10 and to the suburbs. All suburban lines can also be accessed from Atocha station as well as metro line 1.

FAQs: Trains from Bilbao to Madrid

FAQs: Travel by train from Bilbao to Madrid easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bilbao to Madrid.

Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Madrid can start from as little as $41 (€37) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bilbao to Madrid is $48 (€42); 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 train travel time is 4 h 28 min for the 200 mile (322 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Bilbao to Madrid leaves at 3: 35 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Bilbao to Madrid which require at least one change with Renfe ALVIA or Renfe. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

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

When departing from Bilbao, you have various train station options to start your route from including Bilbao-Abando and Bilbao-Concordia. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in train stations like Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Madrid Chamartín and Madrid Méndez Alvaro.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bilbao-Abando, which is located around 0.4 miles (726 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, located 1.4 miles (2.2 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 28 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bilbao to Madrid is October.

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

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

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Bilbao-Abando is the most popular Bilbao railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Bilbao for your trip to Madrid.

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48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain

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48001, Nafarroa Kalea, 2, 48001 Bilbo, Bizkaia, Spain

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