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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€59
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€79
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
6 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 20
13
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
It's difficult to get from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport without transferring at least once.
04186+
041666:53 AM12h46Bilbao-Abando7:39 PMMadrid Chamartín€591One-way1 transfer- 00283 · 0416611:58 AM7h41Bilbao-Abando7:39 PMMadrid Chamartín€621One-way1 transfer
- 00437+047863:02 PM5h21Bilbao-Abando8:23 PMMadrid Chamartín€711One-way1 transfer
- 00283 · 0478611:58 AM8h25Bilbao-Abando8:23 PMMadrid Chamartín€721One-way1 transfer
- 00437 · 043663:02 PM7h18Bilbao-Abando10:20 PMMadrid Chamartín€771One-way1 transfer
- 00437+047863:02 PM5h21Bilbao-Abando8:23 PMMadrid Chamartín€711One-way1 transfer
- 04186 · 040866:53 AM6h58Bilbao-Abando1:51 PMMadrid Chamartín€811One-way1 transfer
- 00437 · 043663:02 PM7h18Bilbao-Abando10:20 PMMadrid Chamartín€771One-way1 transfer
- 00437 · 041763:02 PM7h18Bilbao-Abando10:20 PMMadrid Chamartín€781One-way1 transfer
- 00283 · 0416611:58 AM7h41Bilbao-Abando7:39 PMMadrid Chamartín€621One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, 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 train, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, while a flight costs an average of €210.
Distance: 195 miles (315 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price | €210 Average price | €65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A train is €43 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average €53.
A train is €200 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average €210.
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 32m.
Bus takes on average 6h 57m.
Tickets start at around €10 compared to roughly €65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €55. The journey takes 5h 32m versus 4h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 71870+04142 | On time 8:45 AM Bilbao-Concordia | 9h10 | 5:55 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 71870+04142 | On time 8:53 AM Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve | 9h02 | 5:55 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00283+04176 | On time 11:58 AM Bilbao-Abando | 10h22 | 10:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 00437 · 04176 | On time 3:02 PM Bilbao-Abando | 7h18 | 10:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
| 04186+04166 | 6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando | 12h46 | 7:39 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| 04186 · 04086 | 6:53 AM Bilbao-Abando | 6h58 | 1:51 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
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Trains from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 15:28. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 3:28 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY trains will get you between Bilbao and Madrid Barajas Airport from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport by train. 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 train, 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Most Bilbao to Madrid Barajas Airport trains use the Bilbao-Abando to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Madrid Barajas Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bilbao-Abando from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao-Abando train station facilities and services
Bilbao-Abando has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao-Abando. Information desks are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao-Abando: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bilbao-Abando: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Getting to Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve from Bilbao city centre
Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve is 4 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve train station facilities and services
Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zorrotza-Zorrozgoiti - Feve.
Getting to Bilbao-Concordia from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao-Concordia train station facilities and services
Bilbao-Concordia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bilbao-Concordia.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bilbao-Concordia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao-Concordia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bilbao-Concordia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao-Concordia.
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