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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madrid to Bilbao from various bus operators like ALSA for the next days.
today
from $38
tomorrow
from $40
Monday
from $38
Tuesday
from $40
Wednesday
from $36
Thursday
from $30
Friday
from $40

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    4h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:50 AM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $38
  • ALSA
    4h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:50 AM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    5:15 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Bilbao via Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Transportes PESA
      1h 55m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Madrid
      Príncipe Pío
      8:00 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      0
      Transportes PESA
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      0h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Bilbao
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 2h 45m shorter, and you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    5h 15m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    8:15 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:50 AM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $41
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    12:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $41
  • ALSA
    5h 0m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    2:30 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $41
  • ALSA
    4h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Bilbao via Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Transportes PESA
      1h 55m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Madrid
      Príncipe Pío
      8:00 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      0
      Transportes PESA
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      0h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Bilbao
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 2h 45m shorter, and you will save $26

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $38
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    10:15 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $38
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $38
  • ALSA
    4h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:50 AM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Bilbao via Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Transportes PESA
      1h 55m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Madrid
      Príncipe Pío
      8:00 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      0
      Transportes PESA
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      0h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Bilbao
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 2h 45m shorter, and you will save $24

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    4h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:50 AM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    5:15 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    6:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Bilbao via Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Transportes PESA
      1h 55m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Madrid
      Príncipe Pío
      8:00 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      0
      Transportes PESA
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      0h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Bilbao
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 2h 45m shorter, and you will save $26

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    8:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $36
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    10:15 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $36
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $36
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    8:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $36
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    5:30 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de Aragon
    10:15 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Bilbao via Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Transportes PESA
      1h 55m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Madrid
      Príncipe Pío
      8:00 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      0
      Transportes PESA
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      0h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Bilbao
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 2h 50m shorter, and you will save $22

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    4h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:50 AM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $30
  • ALSA
    4h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    5:15 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    6:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Bilbao via Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Transportes PESA
      1h 55m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Madrid
      Príncipe Pío
      8:00 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      0
      Transportes PESA
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      0h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Bilbao
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 2h 45m shorter, and you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    4h 50m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    11:50 AM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 45m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    12:45 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    2:40 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    4h 55m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • ALSA
    5h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Bus Station
    4:00 PM
    Bilbao
    Central Bus Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Bilbao via Vitoria-Gasteiz, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Transportes PESA
      1h 55m
      0
      7:30 PM
      Madrid
      Príncipe Pío
      8:00 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      0
      Transportes PESA
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Busbud
      0h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Vitoria-Gasteiz
      Bus Station
      9:25 PM
      Bilbao
      Central Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $8
    Travel Time is 2h 45m shorter, and you will save $26

Frequency of bus connections between Madrid and Bilbao

See here how frequent the connections between Madrid and Bilbao are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 56 daily buses from Madrid to Bilbao. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 25 daily coaches between Madrid and Bilbao.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 127 buses from Madrid to Bilbao, while Night sees the fewest connections between Madrid and Bilbao, with 19 offers.

Facts about the bus from Madrid to Bilbao

Compare all providers like ALSA that travel 40 times every day by bus from Madrid to Bilbao in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madrid to Bilbao starting from $30!

Cheapest Bus $30
Fastest Bus 4h 10m
Earliest Bus 2:00 AM
Latest Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 40 Ø
Distance 200.7 miles
Bus Companies ALSA

Cheapest bus connections from Madrid to Bilbao

Every day, 40 buses from 1 bus companies leave Madrid for Bilbao: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/22/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/16
Monday 03/17
Tuesday 03/18
Wednesday 03/19
Thursday 03/20
Friday 03/21
Saturday 03/22
$44
Sunday 03/23
$41
Monday 03/24
$40
Tuesday 03/25
$40
Wednesday 03/26
$36
Thursday 03/27
$30
Friday 03/28
$44
Saturday 03/29
$40
Sunday 03/30
$41
Monday 03/31
$33
Tuesday 04/01
$33
Wednesday 04/02
$36
Thursday 04/03
$44
Friday 04/04
$41
Saturday 04/05
$41
Sunday 04/06
$41
Monday 04/07
$41
Tuesday 04/08
$41
Wednesday 04/09
$41
Thursday 04/10
$44
Friday 04/11
$41
Saturday 04/12

The cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Bilbao

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Madrid to Bilbao, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $30, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Madrid to Bilbao. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $40.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madrid to Bilbao, with $30. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $53.

How to save money travelling from Madrid to Bilbao

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Madrid to Bilbao in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madrid to Bilbao, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Madrid to Bilbao are also emptier.

Latest reviews for bus companies on the route Madrid - Bilbao

ALSA
Jose, 3/5/2025
El conductor me lio una gorda para que guardara el equipaje en el maletero, cuando en el bus los lugares de equipaje de mano estaba vacío casi, luego a otras personas de otro origen de país por miedo ... El conductor me lio una gorda para que guardara el equipaje en el maletero, cuando en el bus los lugares de equipaje de mano estaba vacío casi, luego a otras personas de otro origen de país por miedo a que les llamaran racista o lo que sea, no les dijo ni media, me dijo que no podía comer (como es comprensible) ni beber, en el viaje han permitido que varias personas comieran y solo fueron valientes conmigo antes de entrar con lo del equipaje, han dicho que fuera la gente con el cinturón de seguridad y me han mirado de arriba a abajo para que no llevará mochilas ni nada en mi asiento y a los demás por ser mujeres, extranjeros y tal han estado calladitos, decían que no se podía hablar en alto ni hacer ruido y varias mujeres Sudaméricanas han estado todo el maldito viaje hablando alto por teléfono y no dijeron ni media, un horror de viaje, de servicio, soy viajero habitual del servicio Madrid-Bilbao Bilbao-Madrid y ya son varios viajes con tonterías así, solo tienen narices los conductores a confrontar a los hombres, españoles y heteros, a ver si les van acusar de machistas, racistas u homófobos pero luego muy altaneros y chulitos con quien pueden, soy creador de contenido en redes sociales y voy a exponer vuestro servicio pésimo y permisivos con quien queréis porque sois unos cobardes y valientes con quien queréis, vaya servicio más malo dais enserio, en el servicio Toledo-Madrid Madrid-Toledo hacéis auténticas perrerías pero veo que sois peores en otros servicios como este, en general una empresa nefasta que hace lo que quiere, sale cuando quiere tarde, otras veces sale más pronto de la hora, también tela con la gente que va en estos autobuses que hacen lo que les da la gana y se aprovechan de su condición para saltarse las reglas como quieren y los conductores callaitos con ellos.

All bus stations and stops in Madrid and Bilbao

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Madrid and Bilbao.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Madrid to Bilbao? Compare all modes of transports from Madrid to Bilbao.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madrid to Bilbao

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Madrid to Bilbao? Or which bus companies serve the route Madrid to Bilbao? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Madrid to Bilbao bus

How much does a Madrid Bilbao bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $30 and takes 4h 50m to reach Bilbao. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madrid to Bilbao?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $30 and $95. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Bilbao.

On average, how many connections are available from Madrid to Bilbao each day?

Every day, the Madrid to Bilbao bus route is served by approximately 40 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Madrid to Bilbao take?

The fastest bus from Madrid to Bilbao is offered by ALSA and takes 4h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $59. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madrid to Bilbao?

The earliest bus arriving in Bilbao from Madrid starts at 2:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Madrid to Bilbao?

The latest bus trip departing from Madrid for Bilbao starts at 10:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Madrid Bilbao route?

When traveling by bus from Madrid to Bilbao, passengers can travel with ALSA. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Bilbao?

You can check all the direct connections between Madrid and Bilbao by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA.

What can I take with me on the Madrid to Bilbao bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Madrid Bilbao bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Madrid Bilbao bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Madrid to Bilbao on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madrid to Bilbao

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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