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Madrid to Bilbao-Abando Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid to Bilbao-Abando? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as 451,41 kr, with the average fare for this route being approximately 511,17 kr. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • fre, 20 juni
    From 451,41 kr
  • lör, 21 juni
    From 460,95 kr
  • sön, 22 juni
    From 460,95 kr
  • mån, 23 juni
    From 460,95 kr
  • tis, 24 juni
    From 460,95 kr
  • ons, 25 juni
    From 460,95 kr
  • tors, 26 juni
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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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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09:06
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
18:15
Bilbao-Abando
9h 9m, Changes requiredrenfeIntercit
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17:37
Madrid-Chamartín
22:21
Paris
4h 44m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Bilbao-Abando Train Route Details

Train tickets from Madrid to Bilbao-Abando generally start at 451,41 kr. The journey typically takes around 4h 40m and covers a distance of approximately 324 km. Intercit, renfe usually operates 5 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult 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
324 km
Price
Price
From 451,41 kr
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

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 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.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Bilbao-Abando

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include 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 commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra 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 to Bilbao-Abando Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid to Bilbao-Abando, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid to Bilbao-Abando Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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