Taxi price from Bilbao Airport to the city centre
The most common question for anyone landing at Bilbao Airport (BIO), in Loiu, is how much the taxi to the city centre costs. With our service the answer is simple: fixed price from €25 to Bilbao centre, known before you book and with no surcharges for traffic or time of day.
The airport is around 12 km from the centre and the journey takes 15-20 minutes by motorway, depending on traffic.
Fares by area of Greater Bilbao
The price depends on your final destination. These are the approximate fixed fares from Bilbao Airport to the main areas:
| Origin | Fixed price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Bilbao centre (Old Town, Abando, Gran Vía) | €25 | 15-20 min |
| Barakaldo | €28 | ~20 min |
| Sestao | €29 | ~21 min |
| Portugalete | €30 | ~22 min |
| Santurtzi | €31 | ~24 min |
| Getxo | €32 | ~25 min |
Remember the price is per vehicle (up to 4 passengers), not per person. For a family or group, splitting the amount leaves a very competitive per-person price. You can book your taxi to Bilbao city centre at a closed price in a minute.
What does the fixed price include?
- Tolls and VAT included: the amount you see is the final one.
- No night surcharge or holiday surcharge within the fare.
- Luggage at no extra cost: standard hold suitcases included.
- Pick-up at the terminal with the driver waiting for you.
How do you pay for the taxi to Bilbao centre?
Payment is made directly to the driver on arrival, with no upfront payment. Cash, card and Bizum are accepted. You don't need to enter card details when booking or register.
Taxi vs. Bizkaibus A3247: which is better?
The Bizkaibus A3247 bus connects the airport with Bilbao centre (Plaza Moyua / Termibus) for around €3 per person. It's the cheapest option if you travel alone and light, but it has limitations:
- Not door to door: it drops you at a stop, not your accommodation.
- Frequency every ~20-30 min and limited timetable at night.
- Reduced luggage space.
For families, groups, travellers with luggage or early-morning flights, the fixed-price taxi pays off for comfort and speed. With 3-4 people, the per-person price is close to the bus.
How much is a taxi from Bilbao Airport to other cities?
If your destination isn't central Bilbao, these are other reference fixed prices:
- To San Sebastián: from €170 (about 100 km). Check the taxi to San Sebastián.
- To Biarritz (France): from €185 (about 185 km).
- To Vitoria, Santander or Logroño: closed fares by distance.
Tips for your taxi to Bilbao centre
- Book in advance so the driver waits for you as soon as you land.
- Add your flight number: we adjust the pick-up if there are delays.
- Share the taxi if there are several of you: the price is per vehicle.
- Free cancellation up to 1 hour before.