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Madrid to Barakaldo by bus

Barakaldo lies 326 km (202 mi) north of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 6 h 6 min including stops, over roughly 397 km (247 mi) of road.

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MadridBarakaldo
CountrySpainSpain
Population3.3 million100,435
Elevation665 m (2,182 ft)27 m (89 ft)
Time nowUTC+2 (Europe/Madrid)UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid)
Postal codes04810–2808748900–48903

Where to book buses from Madrid to Barakaldo

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Staying in Barakaldo

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Common questions

How far is Barakaldo from Madrid?

326 km (202 mi) in a straight line, north of Madrid; by road roughly 397 km (247 mi).

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Barakaldo by bus?

About 6 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Madrid and Barakaldo?

No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.