Salou to Bilbao by train

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Overview: trains from Salou to Bilbao

Find the key information for travelling by train from Salou to Bilbao, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 11:58 View journey
Last train 23:02 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 8hr 48m View journey
Distance (km) 413
Trains / day 4 View all
Cheapest journey AU$92.35 View journey
Avg journey time 24hr 43m
Train operators 6

Going from Salou to Bilbao by train

About to set off from Salou to Bilbao by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of a train ticket between Salou and Bilbao

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$92.35. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel between Salou and Bilbao

If you are taking the train from Salou to Bilbao, you will have 4 trains each day (with a departure every 3 hours and 49 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 11:58. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:02. On weekends, the first train departs at 11:58, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:02.

Travel time and distance between Salou and Bilbao

The route’s fastest journey takes 8 hours and 48 minutes, covering a total of 413 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Salou and Bilbao?

Tickets along this route go on sale 3 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn even more about travelling from Salou to Bilbao by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Bilbao.

FAQs about the train journey from Salou to Bilbao

Want to know more about your journey from Salou to Bilbao? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Salou and Bilbao by train is 413 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.