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Madrid to Bilbao Bus Schedule
Bus from Madrid to Bilbao: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Madrid to Bilbao. Traveling by bus from Madrid to Bilbao usually takes around 15 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 201 mi (323 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $62.97 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Madrid to Bilbao?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Madrid to Bilbao. FlixBus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 15h 11m | $129.66 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 1 trips from Madrid to Bilbao, and usually makes the trip in about 15 hours and 11 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Madrid to Bilbao
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 323 kilometers from Madrid to Bilbao. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Bilbao. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
There is usually only one bus per day from Madrid to Bilbao. It leaves the station in Madrid at 8:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Madrid Airport (T4)
Most buses depart from the main station in Madrid.
All bus stations in Madrid:
Madrid Airport (T4)
Where does the bus arrive in Bilbao?
Main arrival station: Bilbao Bus Station
All buses from Madrid arrive at one main station in Bilbao.
Bus stations in Bilbao:
Bilbao Bus Station
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