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Cheap buses leaving today

One passenger / one way

Operated by: ALSAALSA
7:00AM
4h50m
11:50AM
Madrid - Avenida de América Metro
Cheapest
Bilbao - Estación Autobuses
Cheapest
Operated by: ALSAALSA
10:00AM
4h40m
2:40PM
Madrid - Avenida de América Metro
2nd Cheapest
Bilbao - Estación Autobuses
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: ALSA SupraALSA Supra
8:45PM
3h55m
12:40AM
Madrid - Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Fastest
Bilbao - Estación Autobuses
Fastest
Operated by: ALSA SupraALSA Supra
9:00AM
4h25m
1:25PM
Madrid - Avenida de América Metro
Bilbao - Estación Autobuses
Operated by: ALSA SupraALSA Supra
9:15AM
4h10m
1:25PM
Madrid - Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
Bilbao - Estación Autobuses
Bus Madrid to Bilbao: Trip Overview

Bus Madrid to Bilbao: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$46
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 45m
Number of daily buses23
Earliest bus departure2:00 AM
Distance320 km
Latest bus departure10:15 PM

Madrid to Bilbao Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses23
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:00AM - 10:15PM
Minimum PriceUS$30
Average Ticket PriceUS$46
Minimum Trip Duration2h55m
Average Bus Trip Duration4h45m
Distance320 km
Bus companies on this routeALSA, FlixBus, Infobus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Madrid - Bilbao

The average bus ticket price from Madrid to Bilbao is US$46. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Bilbao is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Madrid and Bilbao is around 4h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 55m.This is the time it takes to travel the 324 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Madrid to Bilbao can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 23 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to Bilbao by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Madrid to Bilbao, you can travel comfortably and safely with ALSA, FlixBus, Infobus.

Buses travelling between Madrid and Bilbao leave from Estación Sur or Madrid Airport and arrive at Estación Autobuses, Abaro Estrata, Basurtu Kastrexana Errepidea.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
03-17
US$41
03-18
US$32
Today
US$31
03-20
US$31
03-21
US$32
03-22
US$41
03-23
US$41
03-24
US$41
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Bilbao was searched and found on Mar 20, 2024 with a price of US$31

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

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$107 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31 which is on 2024-03-20.

Usually ALSA Supra, Flixbus 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Madrid to Bilbao but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Madrid to Bilbao, get comfy and count the stars.

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

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Madrid to Bilbao.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Bilbao to Madrid

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Train from Madrid to Bilbao

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