The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
7 h 8 m
Average duration
8 h 26 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport 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 Airport will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport without transferring at least once.
06060+
004385:45 AM10h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1291One-way1 transfer
06016+
004388:45 AM7h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1381One-way1 transfer
06080+
004387:50 AM8h03Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1761One-way1 transfer
06016+
004388:45 AM7h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1381One-way1 transfer
06080+
004387:50 AM8h03Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1761One-way1 transfer
06060+
004385:45 AM10h08Barcelona Sants3:53 PMBilbao-Abando$1291One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Barcelona to Bilbao Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $23.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
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Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$96 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport:
A bus is $22 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport costing on average $96 (€77).
Other travel options to Bilbao Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Bus takes on average 7h 28m.
Live departures
Barcelona to Bilbao Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Bilbao Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06060+ 00438 | 5:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h08 | 3:53 PM Bilbao-Abando | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport
Take a train from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport and enjoy the approximately 290 miles (468 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 trains per day.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
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High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between Barcelona and Bilbao Airport from $23 (€18). 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 Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport 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 Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Bilbao Airport
- 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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