How long does it take from Plaza de España to Bilbao by metro?

The journey from Plaza de España to Bilbao takes approximately 11 minutes by Madrid Metro, covering 2.89 km across 2 stops.

What is the metro fare from Plaza de España to Bilbao?

The token fare from Plaza de España to Bilbao is €2. With a smart card the fare is €2 (save €0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's €2.

Which platform at Plaza de España for Bilbao?

At Plaza de España, board from Platform 3 (underground station). The train runs Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía. Look for the electronic board showing "Hospital Infanta Sofía".

What is the last train from Plaza de España to Bilbao?

The last train from Plaza de España towards Hospital Infanta Sofía departs at 01:30 on weekdays. The last train from Bilbao back towards Plaza de España departs at 01:30.

How many stops from Plaza de España to Bilbao?

There are 2 stops between Plaza de España and Bilbao on the Línea 10. The stations are: Plaza de España, Tribunal.

Plaza de España To Bilbao

ShortestShortest Route

Plaza de España

yellow interchange

Platform 3·underground·Línea 10Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía

First train: 06:00Last train: 01:30Doors open: right

Tribunal

aqua interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground1.4 km

First train: 06:00Last train: 01:30

interchange Tribunal — 5 min

Platform 3 · Línea 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Pinar de Chamartín

+5 min

Tribunal

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Línea 1Towards Pinar de Chamartín

First train: 06:00Last train: 01:30Doors open: right

Bilbao

Arrive Platform 2·underground1.49 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

11 min

Total time

stops

2.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Plaza de España	06:00	01:30	Towards Hospital Infanta Sofía
Bilbao	05:00	23:00	Towards Plaza de España

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

€2

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

€2

Save €0 per ride

Use your Madrid Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

0.39 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.18 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~12 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

€2

Bike

€28

Auto

€64

Cab

€114

Estimates for 2.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Plaza de España

underground

Plaza de España, Madrid, Spain

Weekdays: 06:00 – 01:30(Sundays from 06:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Plaza de España exit 1· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 2· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 3· Plaza de España♿

Plaza de España exit 4· Plaza de España♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access

Arrival station

Bilbao

underground

Bilbao, Madrid, Spain

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines