Bus Tickets from Bilbao to Madrid

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Bilbao
    Departure location: Estación Autobuses
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Bilbao
    Departure location: Estación Autobuses
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: ALSA SupraALSA Supra
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Bilbao
    Departure location: Estación Autobuses
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Avenida de América Metro
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Bilbao
    Departure location: Estación Autobuses
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: ALSA SupraALSA Supra
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Bilbao
    Departure location: Estación Autobuses
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Bilbao to Madrid

Bus
Average PriceUS$45 - US$196Average Duration4h 40m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$22 - US$84Average Duration4h 28m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$16 - US$67Average Duration4h
14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Bilbao to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39carpool per day
4hAverage Duration
US$16Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bilbao to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$50
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 40m
Number of daily buses24
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance320 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Bilbao to Madrid Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bilbao - Madrid

  1. How long does it take to get to Madrid from Bilbao by bus?

    The bus ride from Bilbao to Madrid takes 4h 40m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 5m.

  2. What is the distance between Bilbao and Madrid?

    Bilbao and Madrid are 324 km (201 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bilbao to Madrid?

    Buses departing from Estación Autobuses in Bilbao will take you to Avenida de América Metro in Madrid.

  4. How much is the bus from Bilbao to Madrid?

    The bus from Bilbao to Madrid will cost you US$50, on average.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-29
US$45
04-30
US$45
Today
US$44
05-02
US$45
05-03
US$45
05-04
US$44
05-05
US$45
05-06
US$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bilbao to Madrid was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of US$35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bilbao to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$165 for a bus ticket from Bilbao to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35 which is on 2025-05-06.

Usually Flixbus (ES) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Bilbao to Madrid.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bilbao to Madrid, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bilbao to Madrid will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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