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Compare flight, bus, and train for Bilbao Airport to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€67 Average price | €76 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest |
6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bilbao Airport to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao Airport to Barcelona trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:18 PM Bilbao Airport | 6h55 | 8:13 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Bilbao Airport to Barcelona by flight, bus, or train
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Why should you book Bilbao Airport to Barcelona trains with Omio?
Renfe ALVIA operates all train services from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona. Omio is the only official third party seller for Renfe ALVIA tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Renfe ALVIA?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight, bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona
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Trains from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:18, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 13:18 |
Last train 13:20 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between Bilbao Airport and Barcelona from $24 (€19). 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 Bilbao Airport to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bilbao Airport to Barcelona
Wifi
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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