Bilbao airport transfers to the city center
Bilbao airport sits outside the city, with a direct bus linking the terminal to central stops and Bilbao Intermodal. Choose your arrival stop around your accommodation rather than staying aboard automatically to the terminus. Taxis are simpler for luggage or hillside addresses, while late arrivals need a check of the final bus departure before relying on public transport.
The airports
- Bilbao Airport (BIO)
- outside Bilbao, about 15 to 30 minutes by road
Every way from the airport to Bilbao
| How | Airport | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| BusBizkaibus A3247 | BIO | allow about 20 to 40 minutes, depending on stop and traffic | Cheap travel to Abando or onward coach connections |
| TaxiOfficial airport taxi | BIO | about 15 to 30 minutes to central Bilbao | Luggage, groups and addresses away from bus stops |
| Private transferPrebooked airport car | BIO | about 15 to 30 minutes after meeting the driver | An arranged pickup or specific vehicle requirements |
How each one works
Bus: Bizkaibus A3247
Follow terminal signs to the airport bus stop and look for A3247 toward Bilbao. It serves the Plaza Moyúa area and ends at Intermodal. Check current payment methods before boarding and keep your ticket until you leave the bus.
Taxi: Official airport taxi
Use the signed taxi rank outside arrivals and give the driver your accommodation address. For a property inside pedestrian streets, agree the nearest vehicle access point. Confirm the fare basis and available payment methods before setting off.
Private transfer: Prebooked airport car
Book a car with your flight number, accommodation address and luggage requirements. Follow the operator's meeting instructions rather than assuming pickup is at the taxi rank. Confirm waiting arrangements for flight delays and request child seats in advance if needed.
Arriving late or leaving early
Check the A3247 timetable for your arrival day, allowing for baggage collection after landing. If you will miss the final departure, use the official taxi rank or a booked car. For an early flight, verify the first city departure before committing to the bus.
Before you land
- Use the Plaza Moyúa stop for many Abando addresses, checking the walking route to your accommodation before leaving the bus.
- Stay aboard to Intermodal if you need an onward coach, but allow time to locate its departure area.
- Save your accommodation address offline, including any instructions about pedestrian access or a reception entrance on another street.
Bilbao airport transfers to the city center
Is there a train from Bilbao airport?
There is no direct passenger train from the terminal to central Bilbao. The A3247 bus provides the main public transport connection.
Which airport bus stop is best for Casco Viejo?
Check your exact address before choosing. Plaza Moyúa leaves a walk through the center, while Intermodal offers onward metro connections to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo.
Can I use the airport bus late at night?
It depends on the current timetable and when you clear arrivals. Check the last airport departure and keep a taxi as your fallback.
Should I reserve an airport taxi?
Most arrivals can use the official rank. A prebooked car is useful when you require a child seat, a larger vehicle or an arranged meeting.