Artxanda Funicular (Funicular de Artxanda) Tours and Tickets

The cost to ride the Artxanda Funicular depends on which method of payment you’re using. Most people pay for a single or round-trip ticket, which costs €3 1-way and €5 for a return ride. With a reloadable transport card, a 1-way ride costs 70 cents.

The Artxanda Funicular takes you to the top of Mt. Artxanda, offering panoramic views of the city and the lush surroundings. At the top, you can pose for pictures in front of a huge red Bilbao sign backed by mountain views; it’s the perfect spot to capture a trip photo.

The Artxanda Funicular departs every 10 minutes from 11am to 8pm; otherwise, it departs every 15 minutes. Hours of operation are 7:15pm–10pm, with extended hours on summer weekends. The journey takes about three minutes. Plan to spend around an hour at the summit, where there's a restaurant.

Yes, the Artxanda Funicular is completely wheelchair-accessible, thanks to barrier-free access to the train and at the arrival and departure stations. As the departure station is at ground level, there are also accessible parking spaces. The city of Bilbao is considered an accessible destination.

Yes, the Artxanda Funicular is within easy reach of several top Bilbao sights. The departure station is located on Funikularreko Plaza, a 15-minute walk from the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum—the jewel in the city’s cultural crown. Its cutting-edge architecture is reason enough to visit, though inside you’ll also find world-class exhibits.

The Artxanda Funicular runs from early morning until late at night. The best time to ride the historic train to the mountaintop is at sunset, as golden hour casts a gorgeous glow over the Basque Country. There’s a restaurant at the top that’s ideal for a drink.