There are several airports you can use to reach Logroño. Some are very close, others a bit further away, but with better international connections.

Logroño–Agoncillo Airport (RJL)

• The closest airport, just 16 km from the city centre (about 15 minutes by taxi).

• Doesn't have that many flights, but the daily Iberia connecting flight with Madrid could come in handy.

Bilbao Airport (BIO)

• Around 140 km from Logroño (roughly 80 minutes by car).

• A major international airport with frequent flights from across Europe.

• Transport into Logroño:

  • Car hire is the easiest and quickest option (about 80 minutes).

  • Buses and shuttles are available, though they take longer (3–4 hours).

Vitoria Airport (VIT)

• About 90 km from Logroño (just under 1 hour by car).

• Served by Ryanair and other low-cost carriers with direct flights from several European cities.

• Best option for guests looking for a budget-friendly connection.

• Transport into Logroño:

  • Car hire is recommended for speed and convenience.

  • Limited bus options, usually requiring a transfer.

Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)

• Spain’s largest airport with excellent international connections.

• Getting to Logroño from Madrid:

  • Bus: about 4 hours, with several departures daily directly from the airport terminal.

  • Train: about 3.5 hours, with several departures daily.

  • Car: 3.5 hours via motorway.

Driving is a great option if you’d like to explore La Rioja at your own pace. Spanish motorways are well maintained and scenic, passing through vineyards and rolling hills. 

• From Bilbao: about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

• From San Sebastián: about 1.5 hours.

• From Pamplona: about 1.5 hours.

• From Madrid: about 3.5–4 hours.

Car hire is straightforward in Spain, but we recommend booking early to be on the safe side. 

Logroño has a RENFE train station with regular connections:

• From Madrid: around 3.5 hours.

• From Barcelona: around 4 hours.

• From Zaragoza: around 2 hours.

Trains are comfortable, and tickets can be booked in advance on the RENFE website.

Buses are a very practical way to reach Logroño, especially if you’re coming from Bilbao, Madrid, or Zaragoza. The main operator is ALSA, which runs modern, comfortable coaches with luggage space and air-conditioning. Tickets can be booked online in advance.

Typical journey times:

• From Bilbao: around 2.5–3 hours, with direct buses from Bilbao Termibus station (easy to reach from the airport).

• From Madrid: around 4 hours, with frequent daily services. Direct connection from Madrid Barajas airport.

• From Zaragoza: around 2 hours.

• From Pamplona: around 2 hours.

For many guests flying into Bilbao, the bus is the best option if you don’t plan to rent a car.

👉 You can check times and book tickets at www.alsa.es.