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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
7 h 3 m
Average duration
8 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 4 trains that leave Barcelona Sants for Bilbao-Abando on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 466 km distance in an average of 8 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 3 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 10 h 8 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.
004388:50 AM7h03Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$921One-way0 transfers
06080+004387:50 AM8h03Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1051One-way1 transfer- 06060+004385:45 AM10h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1081One-way1 transfer
- 06016+004388:45 AM7h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1191One-way1 transfer
- 004388:50 AM7h03Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$921One-way0 transfers
- 06016+004388:45 AM7h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1191One-way1 transfer
- 06080+004387:50 AM8h03Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1051One-way1 transfer
- 06060+004385:45 AM10h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1081One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $20.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $142 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando costing on average $78 (€63).
A bus is $67 (€53) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando costing on average $142 (€113).
Other travel options to Bilbao-Abando take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 22m.
Bus takes on average 9h 33m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06060+00438 | On time 5:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h08 | 3:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
| 06080+00438 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h03 | 3:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
| 06016+00438 | On time 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h08 | 3:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
| 00438 | 8:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h03 | 3:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando
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Trains from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:50, the last at 07:50. The fastest train covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 7:50 AM |
Last train 7:50 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando trainsRenfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona Sants and Bilbao-Abando from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando 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-Abando, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Barcelona Sants to Bilbao-Abando
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Lockers
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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