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Bilbao to Madrid train with Renfe ALVIA

Mon, 17 Feb
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Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing times and prices for 17 Feb

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Renfe ALVIA
16:354h38
Bilbao
21:13Madrid
£581One-way
0 changes
Renfe ALVIA
06:004h28
Bilbao
10:28Madrid
£651One-way
0 changes

Bilbao to Madrid train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 February
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
Renfe ALVIARenfe ALVIA16:35 Bilbao4h38 21:13 Madrid0 changesDirect
Renfe ALVIARenfe ALVIA06:00 Bilbao4h28 10:28 Madrid0 changesDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bilbao to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from Bilbao to Madrid is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bilbao to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bilbao to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bilbao to Madrid.

Train times from Bilbao to Madrid

Showing times and prices for 17 Feb

Fastest Journey

4 h 28 m

Average

4 h 33 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

323 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Bilbao for Madrid every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Renfe ALVIA
06:004h28
Bilbao
10:28Madrid
£651One-way
0 changes
Renfe ALVIA
16:354h38
Bilbao
21:13Madrid
£581One-way
0 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bilbao to Madrid

Trains from Bilbao to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
322 km
Average train duration
4h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£16
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
Train providers
2
Fastest train
4h 28m
First train
00:30
Last train
17:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Renfe (3), Renfe ALVIA and Renfe trains Bilbao to Madrid

For as little as £27 you can travel by train from Bilbao to Madrid with Renfe (3), Renfe ALVIA and Renfe. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this route.

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

Renfe ALVIA from Bilbao to Madrid train information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 28 min
  • Cheapest Price: £27



Renfe trains from Bilbao to Madrid

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Renfe is Spain's national train operator and connects the country's main points of interest. In addition, Renfe has the largest high-speed network in Europe with AVE and Alvia trains. Other Renfe train types are Altaria, Euromed and Talgo. All Renfe trains are equipped with an on-board bistro, toilets, air conditioning and many of them with Wi-Fi.

At Omio you can easily check the Renfe timetable for your trip and book cheap Renfe tickets from Bilbao to Madrid. When booking, you can choose different classes (Tourist, Tourist Plus, Preferred and Club), the seat and the type of ticket you want (Promo, Promo+, Flexible or Round Trip). If you have a Renfe discount card, you can specify it when you buy your ticket at Omio and take advantage of many offers. For information on ticket cancellation, please visit our Help centre.


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FAQs: Bilbao to Madrid train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bilbao to Madrid easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bilbao to Madrid.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Madrid can start from as little as £13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bilbao to Madrid is £44; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Bilbao to Madrid is 4 h 28 min   to travel the 200 mile long trip, with around there are 2 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bilbao to Madrid leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bilbao to Madrid leaves at 17: 45.
Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day from Bilbao to Madrid with Renfe ALVIA. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the journey from Bilbao to Madrid you can take a train with Renfe ALVIA. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Bilbao to Madrid on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bilbao-Abando, which is located around 0.4 miles (726 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid Chamartín, located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Madrid from Bilbao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 28 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bilbao to Madrid by train is January.
You have options as you can travel from Bilbao to Madrid 3 different ways: coach, train or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Madrid

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Madrid
The major train station for departures in Bilbao is Bilbao-Abando. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bilbao-Abando for your trip from Bilbao to Madrid.
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The major train station for arrivals in Madrid is Madrid Chamartín. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid Chamartín for your journey to Madrid from Bilbao.
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Distance to city center
6 km

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