The cheapest and fastest trains from Vigo to Bilbao
Cheapest price
€76
Average price
€111
Fastest journey
12 h 44 m
Average duration
14 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vigo to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vigo to Bilbao will cost around €111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
It's difficult to get from Vigo to Bilbao without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vigo to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vigo to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €84.
Distance: 487 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€86 Average price | €85 Average price Cheapest | €190 Average price |
9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vigo to Bilbao train times
The table below shows live departures for Vigo to Bilbao trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04464+ 04267 | On time 5:00 AM Vigo Urzáiz | 16h28 | 9:28 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
04494+ 04267 | On time 8:44 AM Vigo Urzáiz | 12h44 | 9:28 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vigo to Bilbao
Trains from Vigo to Bilbao run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €82 but you can travel from only €56 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 12:15. The fastest train covers the 487 km distance in 12h 51m.
Distance 487 km |
Average train duration 9h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €82 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 51m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 12:15 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, AVE from Vigo to Bilbao trainsRenfe ALVIA, AVE trains will get you between Vigo and Bilbao from €56. 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 Vigo to Bilbao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vigo 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.

When departing from Vigo, you have various train station options to start your route from including Vigo Urzáiz and Vigo-Guixar. When arriving in Bilbao, you can end your route in train stations like Bilbao-Abando and Bilbao-Concordia.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Vigo Urzáiz, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 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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