English Miranda de Ebro
A major railway junction between the Basque Country, La Rioja and Castile and León.
≈ 1 h 15 View transfer →
Bilbao Airport BIO → Vitoria-Gasteiz
Private transfer from Bilbao Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz
from €137 indicative per vehicle, 1–4 passengers
from €186 indicative per vehicle, 5–8 passengers
≈ 80 km via the AP-68 toll road
≈ 1 h 05 private service, fixed price
Vitoria-Gasteiz is the capital of the Basque Country and was European Green Capital in 2012. From Bilbao Airport, the fastest road option is normally the AP-68 toll road, while the free N-240 route via Llodio takes longer. In central Vitoria-Gasteiz, low-emission restrictions and pedestrianised streets can affect where a vehicle can stop, so the most practical drop-off point depends on the exact address. The transfer is private, chauffeur-driven and booked at a fixed price.
Bilbao Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz: route, journey time and price
The transfer covers approximately 80 km when travelling via the AP-68. The indicative price starts at €137 for a vehicle carrying 1–4 passengers and €186 for 5–8 passengers. The private service takes approximately 1 hour 05 minutes on the faster toll route, with the AP-68 toll included in the fixed price by default.
The Provincial Council of Álava maintains the AP-68 toll in 2026, with a 6.8 % tariff increase announced for this year. The original concession expires in November. Travellers who prefer to avoid the toll can request the free N-240 route via Llodio when booking; this option involves a longer journey because the road passes through built-up areas and has fewer lanes.
Where can the driver drop you in Vitoria-Gasteiz?
The historic centre of Vitoria-Gasteiz has an active Low Emission Zone and pedestrianised streets around Plaza de la Virgen Blanca and Calle General Álava. Vehicle access is restricted during certain periods, so a car cannot necessarily reach the door of accommodation located inside the old town. The driver will use the most practical permitted access point for the exact destination address.
The medieval quarter is known for its distinctive almond-shaped layout and preserved walls. For accommodation within the pedestrianised area, the final drop-off point is therefore determined by the local access restrictions rather than simply by the location shown on the booking.
Vitoria-Gasteiz highlights for travellers arriving from Bilbao Airport
One of the city's distinctive visitor attractions is the Cathedral of Santa María, where restoration has been carried out for more than twenty years under the concept of "abierta por obras". Guided visits allow visitors to see the restoration process itself rather than simply viewing a completed monument.
This makes the cathedral different from other restored monuments where visitors see the finished building. If the cathedral is the main reason for your visit, advance booking of a guided tour is advisable because the number of people allowed on the internal tours is limited.
What to know before booking your Bilbao Airport transfer
Is the AP-68 toll included in the transfer price?
Yes. The fixed price includes the toll for the faster AP-68 route by default. If you prefer the free route via Llodio on the N-240, you can request it when booking, with a longer journey time.
Can the vehicle go directly into Vitoria-Gasteiz old town?
Not necessarily. The medieval centre includes a Low Emission Zone and pedestrianised streets. The driver will drop passengers at the nearest permitted access point, which may not be directly outside accommodation located within the historic centre.
Is this a taxi or a private transfer?
It is a private chauffeur-driven vehicle service (VTC), rather than a metered taxi. The price is fixed per vehicle and journey, is known when booking and does not change because of normal traffic conditions on the AP-68.
Can I choose the free route instead of the AP-68?
Yes. The free N-240 route via Llodio can be requested when making the booking. It takes longer than the AP-68 toll route.
How much is a private transfer from Bilbao Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz?
Indicative prices start at €137 per vehicle for 1–4 passengers and €186 per vehicle for 5–8 passengers. The price is per vehicle and journey.
Other destinations served from Bilbao Airport
Vitoria-Gasteiz is one of several destinations that can be reached by private transfer from BIO. Other routes include cities and towns across the Basque Country, Navarra, La Rioja and neighbouring regions.
Mondragón / Arrasate
Home to Mondragón Corporation, the world's largest industrial cooperative.
≈ 48 min View transfer →
Oñati
Home to the University of Sancti Spiritus and the Sanctuary of Arantzazu, with two access points.
≈ 48 min View transfer →
Logroño
The fourth long stage of the French Way, in the heart of Rioja.
≈ 1 h 30 View transfer →
Pamplona / Iruña
The capital of Navarra and a practical alternative international airport destination.
≈ 1 h 53 View transfer →
San Sebastián / Donostia
Gateway to the Basque coast towards France, with La Concha beach.
≈ 1 h 25 View transfer →
Tolosa
Historic capital of Gipuzkoa and home of the famous Tolosa bean.
≈ 1 h View transfer →
Santander
Capital of Cantabria, with the Magdalena Palace and Sardinero beach.
≈ 1 h 15 View transfer →
Zumarraga
Industrial centre in the Urola valley, on the route towards Navarra.
≈ 50 min View transfer →
Roncesvalles
First major stop on the French Way in Spain, next to the Collegiate Church.
≈ 2 h 15 View transfer →
Private chauffeur services in Bilbao
Book your Bilbao Airport transfer to Vitoria-Gasteiz
Provide your flight details, passenger numbers and your preferred route. You can choose the faster AP-68 toll road or request the free N-240 route via Llodio. The fixed price is confirmed before booking.