Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin Train Tickets from $22.72

Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin Train Tickets from $22.72

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Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from $22.72, with the typical price for this route being about $51.10. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
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17:35
Bilbao-Abando
22:13
Madrid-Chamartin
4h 38m, Directrenfe
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07:00
Bilbao-Abando
11:28
Madrid-Chamartin
4h 28m, Directrenfe
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17:35
Bilbao-Abando
22:13
Paris
4h 38m, Directrenfe
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Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin Train Route Details

For the route from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin, train tickets usually start at $22.72. The trip takes about 4h 28m on average, covering around 197 miles. renfe typically runs 3 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
17:35
Last train
Last train
17:35
Departure station
Departure station
Bilbao-Abando
Arrival station
Arrival station
Madrid-Chamartin
Journey time
Journey time
4h 28m
Distance
Distance
197 miles
Price
Price
From $22.72
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Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
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 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.

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 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 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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring 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.

Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin, 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.

Bilbao-Abando to Madrid-Chamartin 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.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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