Taxi Getxo
Cruise Terminal
Port of Bilbao · Fixed Price · 24/7
Pick-up and drop-off at the Getxo Cruise Pier. Transfer to Bilbao Airport, hotel, station or anywhere in the Basque Country. Fixed price, pay the driver on arrival.
Fixed
Price
Agreed before you book
no surprises on arrival
Ship
Tracking
We monitor your cruise
arrival in real time
No Upfront
Payment
Cash or card
directly to the driver
Unlimited
Luggage
Room for all your cruise
baggage at no extra charge
To and from the
Cruise Terminal
Pick-up at the pier, hotel, airport or station. Fixed price for the whole vehicle.
From Cruise Terminal
→ Bilbao Airport (BIO)
~15 km · ~20 min
→ Bilbao City Centre / Old Town
~15 km · ~20 min
→ San Sebastián / Donostia
~100 km · ~1h
→ Vitoria-Gasteiz
~70 km · ~50 min
→ Santander
~115 km · ~1h10min
→ Biarritz / Bayonne
~170 km · ~1h45min
To Cruise Terminal
Bilbao Airport (BIO) →
~15 km · ~20 min
Bilbao City Centre / Hotel →
~15 km · ~20 min
San Sebastián →
~100 km · ~1h
Biarritz / Bayonne →
~170 km · ~1h45min
Pamplona →
~90 km · ~1h
Other destination →
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Price per vehicle (up to 4 passengers), not per person. Unlimited luggage included. The exact price is calculated when you book. You pay the driver on arrival — no upfront payment required.
Everything you need to know
about Getxo Cruise Terminal
Where is it?
The cruise pier is in Getxo, next to the iconic Vizcaya Bridge (Puente Bizkaia) — a UNESCO World Heritage site. Address: Muelle de Recáldeberri s/n, 48930 Getxo. 15 km from the airport and 15 km from Bilbao Old Town.
Embarkation & disembarkation
Ships usually arrive between 06:00 and 10:00 and disembarkation is complete by 14:00. Embarkation typically opens from 14:00–16:00. Book your taxi in advance for these high-demand windows.
Cruise luggage
Cruise passengers typically travel with large suitcases. Our vehicles have spacious boots for multiple 20–30 kg bags. If you are more than 4 passengers or have very bulky luggage, please let us know when booking.
Most popular route: Airport ↔ Cruise Terminal
The taxi takes you directly from the plane to the ship — or ship to the plane — with your luggage in the boot. No transfers, no stress.
Private taxi vs. other options
to reach the cruise terminal
| Criteria | Our taxi | Metro / Bus | Shared transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per person (4 pax) | ~€9/person | ~€3/person | ~€18/person |
| Large cruise luggage | check_circle | cancel | help |
| Drop-off at the pier | check_circle | cancel | help |
| Ship tracking | check_circle | cancel | help |
| Available early morning | check_circle | cancel | help |
| Pay on arrival (no deposit) | check_circle | cancel | cancel |
Frequently Asked Questions
Taxi · Getxo Cruise Terminal · Port of Bilbao
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Taxi for the Port of Bilbao Cruise Terminal (Getxo): complete guide
The Port of Bilbao Cruise Terminal is located in the municipality of Getxo, on the Nervión estuary, facing the Bay of Biscay. It is one of the most important cruise ports in northern Spain, welcoming large ships from Costa, MSC, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Celebrity and many other lines throughout the season. If you are looking for a taxi to Getxo Cruise Terminal or a transfer from Bilbao Airport to the pier, you have come to the right place.
How to get from Bilbao Airport to Getxo Cruise Terminal
Bilbao Airport (BIO) is approximately 15 km from the Getxo Cruise Terminal — about 20 minutes via the AP-8 motorway. The most comfortable and direct option is a private taxi because:
- check_circleThe Bilbao Metro does not go directly to the cruise pier — it requires a change and a walk with your suitcases.
- check_circleThe private taxi drops you off at the exact pier entrance with no transfers and no dragging luggage.
- check_circleWith 4 people, the taxi fare (from €35 total) works out similarly to public transport per person.
- check_circleThe driver waits even if the ship is late: real-time cruise arrival tracking included.
Bilbao cruise stopover: what to see in a day
If you have a cruise stopover in Bilbao and want to make the most of your day, here is the classic route we do with many cruise passengers who book us for the full excursion:
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
~10 min from the pier by taxi. One of the world's most important contemporary art museums. Book tickets online in advance.
Old Town — Las Siete Calles
The historic heart of Bilbao. Pintxos bars on every corner — try El Globo, La Viña del Ensanche or Bar Irrintzi.
Vizcaya Bridge (UNESCO)
5 minutes from the pier. The world's oldest transporter bridge. Climb to the pedestrian walkway for panoramic views.
Getxo Beaches
Steps from the pier. Las Arenas, Ereaga and Arrigunaga beaches are a short walk or taxi ride away.
Tip: book the taxi for the full excursion — pier → Guggenheim → Old Town → Vizcaya Bridge → pier. Intermediate stops are included in the price. Enjoy your day without worrying about transport.
What's included in the price
Unlimited luggage
Large suitcases, bags, sports equipment — no extra charge
Ship tracking
If the cruise is delayed, the driver waits at no extra cost
Free intermediate stops
Guggenheim, Old Town, supermarket — add stops at no extra cost
Tolls included
AP-8 and all route tolls already included in the fixed price
No upfront payment
Pay the driver on arrival — cash or card
Free cancellation up to 1h before
Cancel without penalty up to one hour before the service
Embarking or disembarking in Bilbao?
Fixed price · No upfront payment · Licensed driver · Ship tracking · Unlimited luggage · 24/7
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