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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€95
Average price
€105
Fastest journey
7 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao will cost around €105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €95.
Of the 3 trains that leave Barcelona for Bilbao on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 467 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 3 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 8 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €57, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 467 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€91 Average price | €187 Average price | €86 Average price Cheapest |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Bilbao train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Bilbao trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 06080+00438 | On time 6:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h03 | 2:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
| 06090+00438 | On time 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h08 | 2:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
| 00438 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h03 | 2:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Bilbao
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Trains from Barcelona to Bilbao run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €53 but you can travel from only €46 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 467 km distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 467 km |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €53 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Bilbao trainsRenfe ALVIA, iryo, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Bilbao from €46. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Bilbao by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Barcelona Sants, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bilbao-Abando, located 0.4 miles (726 m) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Barcelona to Bilbao
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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