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 £47.50. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the journey from Salou to Bilbao by train?

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

How much does the train from Salou to Bilbao cost?

The lowest fare on this route is £47.50. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Salou to Bilbao train travel?

Tickets for travel along this route go on sale 3 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Salou to Bilbao by train?

The shortest trip is 8 hours and 48 minutes.