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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Porto
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 7 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
524 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Porto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Porto will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
It's difficult to get from Bilbao to Porto without transferring at least 3 times.
5:28 PM26h07Bilbao7:35 PMPorto$1241One-way3 transfers
- 5:28 PM26h07Bilbao7:35 PMPorto$1241One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bilbao to Porto
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $41.
Distance: 325 miles (524 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$126 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 14m Average total duration 26h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Porto:
A bus is $74 (€60) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bilbao to Porto costing on average $126 (€102).
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Porto costing on average $143 (€115).
Other travel options to Porto take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 19m.
Train takes on average 26h 44m.
Tickets start at around $126 (€102) compared to roughly $139 (€112) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€10). The journey takes 26h 44m versus 7h 1m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bilbao to Porto train times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Porto trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:28 PM Bilbao | 26h07 | 7:35 PM Porto | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bilbao to Porto
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Trains from Bilbao to Porto run on average 1 times per day, taking around 26h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $124 (€100) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 325 miles (524 km) distance in 26h 7m.
Distance 325 miles (524 km) |
Average train duration 26h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $124 (€100) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 26h 7m |
First train 2:50 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Bilbao to Porto trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Bilbao and Porto 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 to Porto
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