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Cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Bilbao

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Cheapest

€49

Average

€49

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.

08:45AM6h51

Barcelona Sants

03:36PMBilbao-Abando

€491One-way

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Train schedule from Barcelona to Bilbao

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Renfe ALVIA

08:45AM6h51

Barcelona Sants

03:36PMBilbao-Abando

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Fastest train times from Barcelona to Bilbao

Showing times and prices for Oct 04

Fastest Journey

6 h 51 m

Average

6 h 51 m

Trains per day

Distance

467 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Barcelona for Bilbao every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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08:45AM6h51

Barcelona Sants

03:36PMBilbao-Abando

€491One-way

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A few months ago, I took a trip from Barcelona to Bilbao with Deutsche Bahn. Personally, I was pleasantly surprised by the journey, as the train arrived in Bilbao on time. The volume on the train was optimal. The staff on the train were very friendly and dealt with their customers' concerns quickly. The price was personally not that impressive. I personally found it a bit expensive. Unfortunately, no attention was paid to hygiene, as the toilets were not clean. There were also many transfer necessities that made the trip difficult. Overall, a satisfactory trip.

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Overview: Train from Barcelona to Bilbao

	Distance	289 miles (466 km)
	Average train duration	6 h 51 min
	Average train ticket price	$63 (€57)
	Train frequency	2 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
	Train companies	Renfe Alvia, Renfe or iryo

Trains from Barcelona to Bilbao cover the 289 miles (466 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 51 min with our travel partners like Renfe Alvia, Renfe or iryo. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $54 (€49), but the average price of train tickets is $63 (€57). Travelers depart most frequently from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Bilbao-Abando.

Train providers: Renfe from Barcelona to Bilbao trains

You can travel by train to Bilbao from Barcelona with Renfe for as low as $54 (€49). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger trains on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. You can use these savings offers and discount cards on Omio when booking your Barcelona to Bilbao trip. Renfe has a vast fleet of trains with different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

Travel on the Renfe train from Barcelona to Bilbao with Omio

Search for your Renfe Barcelona Bilbao train journey in Omio to see all options, timetables and prices. Filter based on your preferences and select the train that best suits your needs, be it the cheapest, fastest or most convenient. You can book and pay directly on the Omio website or in the free app on your smartphone and receive your tickets immediately. If you need help, don't hesitate to contact our customer service.

What train goes from Barcelona to Bilbao?

One of the quickest and cheapest ways to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao is by train. This route is mainly carried out by trains Alvia from Renfe. These trains are modern models, so they guarantee passenger comfort. It is possible to choose different options: tourist or tourist+ tickets and also between the different seats of the train. There is no AVE Barcelona Bilbao option.

How long is the train from Barcelona to Bilbao?

In Barcelona Bilbao trains there are two types of routes: direct and stop. The direct route takes approximately 6.5 hours, while the stop trip takes about 7 hours and 10 minutes. The route of the latter passes through different cities in the Spanish geography (Lleida, Zaragoza, Logroño, etc.). Despite this, the duration between the two is quite similar, with only 40 minutes difference.

At what time does the first and last train Barcelona-Bilbao of the day leave?

To make the journey in Barcelona Bilbao train is generally possible to have three trains a day. The first one leaves at 7:30 and the last one at 15:30. Both trains have a similar duration of their journey, 6 hours and a half. Thus, the arrival would be at 14:00 and 22:00, respectively.

What is the price of the Barcelona-Bilbao train ticket?

The average price of the Barcelona Bilbao train ticket is about 46.25 €. However, this price may vary depending on when the ticket is taken out, whether there are promotions at that time and also if you choose Tourist or Tourist+ class. Generally the price is similar regardless of the schedule of the day's trains.

Which station does Barcelona-Bilbao leave from and which one does it go to?

The stations from which trains depart and arrive are Barcelona-Sants and Bilbao-Abando. To get to both stations it is possible to use the public transport of each city, mainly the public bus lines and the metro. Specifically, this route does not have access at night, due to its schedules. Finally, these trains offer toilets and access facilities for people with some degree of disability. Also, depending on the season, it is possible to enjoy the Club Room.

FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Bilbao

FAQs: Travel by train from Barcelona to Bilbao easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Bilbao.

Cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Bilbao can start from as little as $54 (€49) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Barcelona to Bilbao is $63 (€57); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Barcelona to Bilbao is on average 6 h 51 min for the 289 mile (466 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Barcelona and Bilbao by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Barcelona to Bilbao leaves at 6: 45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Barcelona to Bilbao leaves at 7: 45 AM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao without having to change trains with Renfe ALVIA. There is 1 direct train from Barcelona to Bilbao each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Bilbao. Take the fast train with iryo from Barcelona to Bilbao.

For the trip from Barcelona to Bilbao you can take a train with Renfe Alvia, Renfe or iryo. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Bilbao from Barcelona on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

When departing from Barcelona, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Barcelona Sants, Barcelona Passeig De Gracia and Barcelona. 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 Barcelona Sants, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao by train is February.

Yes, you can take a flight between Barcelona and Bilbao.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

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Bilbao

Barcelona Sants is the most popular Barcelona railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Barcelona for your trip to Bilbao.

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Address

Plaça dels Països Catalans, 1, 7, 08014 Barcelona, Spain

Phone Number

+34 934956020

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 06: 00 - 22: 00

Public transit options for Barcelona Sants

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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