León to Bilbao by train
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Travelling from León to Bilbao by train
Want to know how to get from León to Bilbao by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from León to Bilbao take around 4 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 229 kilometres.
On weekdays the only train to Bilbao is usually scheduled to depart León around . This is the same as during the weekend. On average, there are about 1 train per day travelling between the two cities.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £28.62.
We think any time is a great time to visit Bilbao, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Bilbao.
Is there a direct train from León to Bilbao?
Yes, there is a direct train from León to Bilbao.
Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.
How long does it take to travel from León to Bilbao?
The León to Bilbao train travel takes about 4 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the León to Bilbao train times and schedule?
On weekdays the only train to Bilbao is usually scheduled to depart León around . This is the same at the weekend.
Other train journeys from León
- From León to Madrid From £6.02
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- From León to Astorga From £4.89
- From León to Valladolid From £16.57
- From León to Santiago de Compostela From £25.60
- From León to Barcelona From £53.09
- From León to A Coruña From £65.14
- From León to Monforte de Lemos From £18.83
- From León to Sarria From £76.06
- From León to Palencia From £10.54
- From León to Ourense From £21.46
- From León to San Sebastián From £12.05
- From León to Gijón From £6.02
- From León to Burgos From £19.96
- From León to Sahagún From £5.27
Other train journeys to Bilbao
- From Madrid to Bilbao From £17.70
- From Barcelona to Bilbao From £25.98
- From Miranda de Ebro to Bilbao From £5.27
- From Palencia to Bilbao From £25.60
- From Zaragoza to Bilbao From £11.67
- From San Sebastián to Bilbao From £14.68
- From Irun to Bilbao From £15.06
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- From Logroño to Bilbao From £15.81
- From Burgos to Bilbao From £7.15
- From Paris to Bilbao From £111.83
- From Santander to Bilbao From £31.25
- From Tudela to Bilbao From £23.35
- From Seville to Bilbao From £36.52
- From Valencia to Bilbao From £50.46
Other train journeys from Bilbao
- From Bilbao to Madrid From £17.32
- From Bilbao to Barcelona From £38.78
- From Bilbao to Burgos From £7.15
- From Bilbao to Miranda de Ebro From £5.27
- From Bilbao to Palencia From £17.70
- From Bilbao to Zaragoza From £24.47
- From Bilbao to San Sebastián From £14.68
- From Bilbao to Logroño From £14.31
- From Bilbao to Valladolid From £6.02
- From Bilbao to Castejon de Ebro From £19.20
- From Bilbao to Santander From £33.51
- From Bilbao to Seville From £32.38
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