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Barcelona to Bilbao by train
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Cheapest Price US$16.00
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30 days in advance US$98.00
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First train07:30
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Last train15:30
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey6hr 32m
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Distance466 kilometres
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Trains per day4
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Avg. journey time6hr 45m
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Train operators
Barcelona to Bilbao train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Barcelona to Bilbao by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Barcelona to Bilbao take around 6 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 466 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Barcelona is scheduled to depart at around 07:30. The last departure is usually at around 15:30. This is the same as during the weekend. On average, there are about 4 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 53 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$16.00.
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 Barcelona to Bilbao?
Yes, there is a direct train from Barcelona to Bilbao.
Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.
How long does it take to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao?
The Barcelona to Bilbao train travel takes about 6 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Barcelona to Bilbao train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bilbao leaving Barcelona at around 07:30 and the last train leaving at around 15:30. This is the same at the weekend.
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Alvia
The train from Barcelona to Bilbao connects two areas of Spain that strongly assert their own cultural and linguistic identity: Catalonia and the Basque region. Direct Alvia trains run west from Barcelona on a high-speed line as far as Zaragoza, beyond which the pace becomes slower as the train heads up the Ebro Valley to Miranda de Ebro. The final section of the route is the most scenic, as the train runs through the hills to Bilbao (known as Bilbo in the Basque language). If you want a little extra comfort on the train, opt for preferente rather than turista class.
Barcelona to Bilbao-Abando
The direct trains from Barcelona to Bilbao leave from Sants station in the morning and the afternoon for the run to the Basque region. In Bilbao, you'll arrive at Abando station, which is a hub for local metro and suburban rail services. The high-speed Alvia trains make eight to 10 stops along the journey, including Zaragoza and Miranda de Ebro.