Distance and time from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao Airport
Bilbao Airport, in Loiu, is the reference airport for the people of Álava, with a flight offering far greater than other nearby airports. The distance between Vitoria-Gasteiz and Bilbao Airport is about 65 km by road, and it is one of the fastest routes of all the Basque capitals.
Travel time by taxi is 45 to 55 minutes in normal conditions, via the A-1/AP-68/A-8 link northbound.
Quick summary: ~65 km · 45-55 min · fixed price from €99 with tolls included.
The route and the toll question
The fastest way from Vitoria to the airport combines dual carriageway and toll motorway. This raises a common question: who pays the toll? With our service, the answer is clear: the toll is included in the fixed price. You don't have to worry about carrying cash or whether the final amount will go up.
- Vitoria-Gasteiz → north exit: towards Bilbao via the A-1/AP-68.
- Corridor to Biscay: link with the A-8 (Cantabrian dual carriageway).
- Airport exit: direct link to Bilbao Airport in Loiu, without entering the city centre.
Fixed price for the taxi from Vitoria to Bilbao Airport
Our service offers a closed fixed price from €99 per vehicle (up to 4 passengers) for the Vitoria-Gasteiz → BIO journey. It includes:
- Tolls and VAT included: the amount you see is the final one.
- All the kilometres to the terminal.
- Luggage at no extra cost.
- Home pick-up in Vitoria and flight tracking.
For groups we have a van of up to 7 seats. You can book your taxi from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao Airport with a closed price in a minute.
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private taxi (fixed price) | From €99 / vehicle | 45-55 min | ✅ Yes |
| Bus + Bizkaibus | Variable + transfer | 1h30 – 2h | ❌ No |
| Train + Bizkaibus | Variable + transfer | 2h+ | ❌ No |
Taxi vs bus or train
The public transport connection between Vitoria and Bilbao Airport is not direct: it means reaching Bilbao by bus or train and then taking the Bizkaibus A3247 to the terminal, with transfers and waits that add up to 1h30-2h or more. For such a nearby city, it is a considerable waste of time.
The door-to-door taxi solves the journey in under an hour, picks you up at home and drops you straight at the terminal. For groups or families, split between passengers, it is very competitive and saves over an hour.
What time should I leave Vitoria for my flight?
- 55 min of travel from Vitoria (conservative reference).
- +2 hours of margin for check-in and security (more for international flights).
- That is, leave Vitoria about 3 hours before your flight departs.
Return: from Bilbao Airport to Vitoria
The service works the same way in reverse. On landing, the driver waits for you in arrivals with your name and takes you straight to Vitoria, with the same fixed price and no night surcharge. The most comfortable option after a flight, at any hour.
Tourism from Vitoria: green capital and Rioja Alavesa
Vitoria-Gasteiz, European Green Capital, is also the gateway to the Rioja Alavesa and its wine tourism. Many international visitors land in Bilbao, base themselves in Vitoria and tour the wine region (Laguardia, Elciego). The fixed-price taxi connects the airport with the city and, if you need it, with the wineries of the Rioja Alavesa in a single journey. A comfortable transfer that avoids renting a car when the plan includes tastings.
Early and overnight flights from Vitoria
One of the times the taxi is most worthwhile is when you have an early flight (the Ryanair and low-cost ones departing at 6-7am). At those hours public transport is not a real option from Vitoria, and the taxi picks you up on time at your home, with the time booked in advance and no night surcharge. Booking the night before, you travel with the peace of mind that the car will be at your door.
Tips for the Vitoria → BIO journey
- Book in advance on long weekends and in high season.
- Give us your flight number to adjust the pick-up to the real time.
- Book a return trip if you already know the dates.
- Tell us about a large group or bulky luggage so we assign a van.
- Use the free stops if you need to pick someone up on the way.