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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€38
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 4 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:37 PM4h51Madrid Chamartín9:28 PMBilbao-Abando€261One-way0 transfers- 6:20 AM4h47Madrid Chamartín11:07 AMBilbao-Abando€261One-way0 transfers
- 3:37 PM4h51Madrid Chamartín8:28 PMBilbao-Abando€341One-way0 transfers
- 5:20 AM4h47Madrid Chamartín10:07 AMBilbao-Abando€651One-way0 transfers
- 6:20 AM4h47Madrid Chamartín11:07 AMBilbao-Abando€261One-way0 transfers
- 5:20 AM4h47Madrid Chamartín10:07 AMBilbao-Abando€651One-way0 transfers
- 4:37 PM4h51Madrid Chamartín9:28 PMBilbao-Abando€261One-way0 transfers
- 3:37 PM4h51Madrid Chamartín8:28 PMBilbao-Abando€341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a flight costs an average of €201.
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price | €201 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando:
A train is €33 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando costing on average €44.
A train is €189 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando costing on average €201.
Other travel options to Bilbao-Abando take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 44m.
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Live departures
Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 4h47 | 10:07 AM Bilbao-Abando | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 4h47 | 11:07 AM Bilbao-Abando | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 4h51 | 8:28 PM Bilbao-Abando | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 4h51 | 9:28 PM Bilbao-Abando | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando
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Trains from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 15:48. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 3:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando trainsRenfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA trains will get you between Madrid Chamartín and Bilbao-Abando from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao-Abando, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando
Most Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Chamartín and Bilbao-Abando train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Getting to Bilbao-Abando from Bilbao city centre
Bilbao-Abando train station facilities and services
Bilbao-Abando has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao-Abando. Information desks are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bilbao-Abando: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bilbao-Abando: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao-Abando.
Most popular train connections from Madrid Chamartín
Most popular trains to and from Bilbao-Abando and Madrid Chamartín
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