Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao take around 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 51 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Vitoria-Gasteiz is scheduled to depart at around  06:45. The last departure is usually at around 18:46 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Vitoria-Gasteiz at around 07:40, with the last train leaving at around 18:46. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 22 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 16 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$15.00.

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 Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao?

The journey between Vitoria-Gasteiz and Bilbao usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao?

The Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao train travel takes about 2 hours and 21 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Vitoria-Gasteiz to Bilbao train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bilbao leaving Vitoria-Gasteiz at around 06:45 and the last train leaving at around 18:46 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Vitoria-Gasteiz at around 07:40, with the final departure at 18:46.