Hi, originally we plan to take the plane from Bilbao to Madrid (given the infrequent trains) but I have now been converted by the fans of buses here to consider taking the bus instead. My only remaining question is, we have 2-3 medium size suitcases between the two of us, will that be ok with buses? Is it fairly easy to get a cab from the bus station in Madrid?
Posted by
la rioja
647 posts
Alsa has several buses a day, from Bilbao to Madrid. If you arrive at the Avenida de Las Americas station you have buses, metro and taxi right there. I have never had a problem taking a suitcase on the bus when I go to the airport.
Posted by
Bilbao
855 posts
It´s long distance modern and comfortable coaches very much used to people travelling with suitcases, so you will have no issue at all, your luggage will safely travel in the bottom pcompartment of the coach. I´m one of those fairly insistent on this forum on considering buses as a very good transport option in Spain, so thank you for trying this means of transport!
Posted by
OP
9 posts
THank you! Do I need to prebook bus tickets?
Posted by
Bilbao
855 posts
It´s a busy route but there are many daily departures, I think it´s advisable to buy tickets for a specific departure, unless you prefer to get there and see what buses are available and buy your tickets on arrival. www.alsa.com.