Cheapest fuel stops from Madrid to Bilbao
We route Madrid to Bilbao, compare it against live prices at every station in the corridor, and tell you where to stop. Toll estimate included.
Distance
396.2 km
About 4h 28m of driving
Cheapest petrol 95
€1.609
Route average €1.849
Estimated tolls
€6.81
AP-68
Tolls estimated for a Class 1 vehicle at standard season. Actual tariffs vary by section and season.
How much fuel does Madrid to Bilbao use?
| Vehicle | Litres | Filling up cheap | At average price | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🚗Small petrol car5.5 L/100 km | 21.8 L | €35.06 | €40.28 | €5.22 |
| 🚙Diesel sedan6.5 L/100 km | 25.8 L | €41.30 | €46.04 | €4.73 |
| 🚐SUV / 4x48 L/100 km | 31.7 L | €50.99 | €58.59 | €7.60 |
| 🚚Van9.5 L/100 km | 37.6 L | €60.37 | €67.29 | €6.92 |
| ⛽LPG9 L/100 km | 35.7 L | €28.49 | €39.59 | €11.10 |
Choosing where to fill up on this route saves up to €11.10 on a single trip, without detouring more than 5 km off the road.
Where to refuel on this route
- 1UR
URBI LOW COST
AVENIDA CERVANTES, 51 · ARIZGOITI · km 362 · detour 4.2 km
€1.609
22 L · €35.06
See all prices in Madrid and Bilbao.
Frequently asked questions
How much fuel does the Madrid to Bilbao drive use?
It is 396.2 km by road. A small petrol car uses around 22 litres and a diesel sedan around 26 litres.
What does it cost to drive from Madrid to Bilbao?
Between €35.06 and €60.37 in fuel depending on the vehicle, filling up at the cheapest stations on the route, plus about €6.81 in tolls.
Is it worth choosing where to refuel on the route?
Yes. On this route the gap between the cheapest pump and the corridor average reaches €11.10 per trip, and the recommended stations sit within 5 km of the road.