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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Madrid to Bilbao. Traveling by coach from Madrid to Bilbao usually takes around 18 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 18 hours,
| Distance | 201 mi (323 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €54.87 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach 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.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1 | 18h 1m | €85.46 |
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 18 hours and 1 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 18 hours to cover the 201 miles from Madrid to Bilbao. However, the fastest coach only takes 18 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week."
There is usually only one coach per day from Madrid to Bilbao. It leaves the station in Madrid at 21:00 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 coach leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Madrid Airport (T4)
Most coaches depart from the main station in Madrid.
All coach stations in Madrid:
Madrid Airport (T4)
Where does the coach arrive in Bilbao?
Main arrival station: Bilbao Bus Station
All coaches from Madrid arrive at one main station in Bilbao.
Coach stations in Bilbao:
Bilbao Bus Station
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