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Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as 275,60 kr, with average prices for this route around 232,49 kr. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • fre, 11 juli
    From 1 163,20 kr
  • lör, 12 juli
    From 549,91 kr
  • sön, 13 juli
    From 801,63 kr
  • mån, 14 juli
    From 412,82 kr
  • tis, 15 juli
    From 344,15 kr
  • ons, 16 juli
    From 344,15 kr
  • tors, 17 juli
    From 275,60 kr
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07:20
Madrid-Chamartín
12:00
Bilbao-Abando
4h 40m, Directrenfe
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08:40
Madrid-Chamartín
15:36
Bilbao-Abando
6h 56m, Changes requiredIntercitrenfe
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08:40
Madrid-Chamartín
15:44
Bilbao-Abando
7h 4m, Changes requiredIntercitrenfe
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17:37
Madrid-Chamartín
22:21
Paris
4h 44m, Directrenfe
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Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando usually begin at 275,60 kr. The average travel time is about {durationTime}, spanning a distance of roughly 317 km. Intercit, renfe provides around 4 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
07:20
Last train
Last train
17:37
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
4h 40m
Distance
Distance
317 km
Price
Price
From 275,60 kr
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Madrid-Chamartín to Bilbao-Abando Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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