Travelling from Valencia to Bilbao by train

Want to know how to get from Valencia to Bilbao by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Valencia to Bilbao take around 8 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 473 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Valencia is scheduled to depart at around  06:30. The last departure is usually at around 22:00 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Valencia at around 06:30, with the last train leaving at around 22:10. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 28 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$111.00.

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 Valencia to Bilbao?

The journey between Valencia and Bilbao usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Valencia to Bilbao every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Valencia to Bilbao?

The Valencia to Bilbao train travel takes about 8 hours and 11 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Valencia to Bilbao train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bilbao leaving Valencia at around 06:30 and the last train leaving at around 22:00 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Valencia at around 06:30, with the final departure at 22:10.