Taxi vs Bizkaibus
to Bilbao
Airport
A real, no-nonsense comparison. Price, time, luggage, early morning, pets, kids. We tell you when each option wins so you can choose with confidence.
Taxi vs Bizkaibus A3247: every detail
| Criteria |
local_taxiTaxi
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directions_busBizkaibus A3247
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|---|---|---|
| Price (1 person) | From €25 price per vehicle |
€3.20 price per person |
| Price (4 people) | From €25 ≈ €6.25/person |
€12.80 total €3.20 × 4 people |
| Total journey time | check_circle~25–35 min direct from door |
50–80 min walk + wait + ride |
| Door-to-door | check_circleYes | cancelNo Termibus stop only |
| Early morning (10pm–6am) | check_circleAvailable 24/7 | cancelNot available |
| Pets accepted | check_circleYes | cancelNo |
| Kids with child seat | check_circleYes, no extra cost | warningDifficult |
| Heavy luggage | check_circleLarge boot | warningLimited space |
| Advance booking | check_circleYes, online 24/7 | Not needed |
| Fixed guaranteed price | check_circleYes | check_circleYes |
When should you choose each option?
Choose the taxi when…
- check_circleTravelling with 2+ people
Per-person cost is similar or better than the bus, and far more comfortable.
- check_circleYour flight is at night or early morning
The Bizkaibus doesn't run between 10pm and 6am. The taxi is always available.
- check_circleYou have heavy or lots of luggage
No dragging bags to bus stops. The driver helps load everything.
- check_circleTravelling with pets or babies
The Bizkaibus doesn't accept animals. The taxi is the only direct option.
- check_circleYou can't afford to miss your flight
Book for an exact time, no waiting for the bus, no risk of missing your flight.
- check_circleYou're outside Bilbao city centre
The Bizkaibus only departs from Termibus. The taxi comes to your door from Getxo, Barakaldo, Santurtzi…
Choose the Bizkaibus when…
- check_circleTravelling alone with carry-on only
For a single person with a cabin bag, the bus is the cheapest option.
- check_circleDaytime flight and plenty of time
If you're not in a hurry and depart with good margin, the bus is reasonable.
- check_circleYou have a Barik card
Payment with Barik makes the process very convenient and can be even cheaper.
- check_circleYou're already near Termibus
If you're already close to the stop, the pre-journey displacement doesn't count.
What does each option really cost?
Taxi (fixed price)
per vehicle · door to door
regardless of how many you are
Bizkaibus A3247
per person · from Termibus
limited hours
The break-even point: 2+ people
From 2 people, the economic difference between the taxi (€25 fixed) and the bus (€6.40 for 2) is less than €10 per person. Considering the taxi saves you 20–40 minutes of travel and waiting time, many travellers find this more than reasonable.
Common questions about taxi vs Bizkaibus
How much does the Bizkaibus A3247 cost to Bilbao Airport? expand_more
The Bizkaibus A3247 costs €3.20 per person from Bilbao to BIO airport. If you're travelling with 2 or more people and factor in time and convenience, the cost difference compared to a taxi narrows considerably.
How long does the Bizkaibus A3247 take to the airport? expand_more
The Bizkaibus A3247 takes between 35 and 50 minutes from the Termibus stop in Bilbao to the airport, depending on traffic. You also need to add time to reach the bus stop and wait for the next bus (roughly every 30 minutes).
How much does the taxi to Bilbao Airport cost? expand_more
The taxi to Bilbao Airport has a fixed price from €25 from Bilbao city centre. The price is per vehicle (not per person), so if you're travelling with 2 or more people the cost per person is similar or even less than the bus.
Does the Bizkaibus A3247 run at night or early morning? expand_more
No. The Bizkaibus A3247 has limited hours. The first service departs around 6:00am and the last returns at approximately 10:00pm. For early morning or late-night flights, a taxi is the only direct transport option to the airport.
Which is better for getting to the airport with heavy luggage? expand_more
The taxi is clearly better for travelling with heavy luggage. It picks you up at your front door, you load directly into the boot and arrive at the terminal without dragging bags around stops or steps. The Bizkaibus has limited space and requires you to reach the stop with all your luggage.
Convinced? Book your taxi to the airport
Fixed price from €25. Door to door. Available 24/7. No surprises.
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