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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Barcelona-Sants | Bilbao-Abando | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Barcelona-Sants | Bilbao-Abando | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 915 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £24
RENFE Alvia Barcelona Bilbao recent customer reviews
Beautiful landscape, nice railway attendants, very well organised
Christine S.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Bilbao by train
How much does a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao cost?
The average train ticket price from Barcelona to Bilbao is £60. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Bilbao is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Barcelona to Bilbao?
A train trip between Barcelona and Bilbao is around 6h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 290 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Barcelona and Bilbao?
The number of trains from Barcelona to Bilbao can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Barcelona to Bilbao by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Barcelona to Bilbao?
When taking the train from Barcelona to Bilbao, you can travel comfortably and safely with Renfe.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Barcelona to Bilbao?
Trains travelling between Barcelona and Bilbao leave from Barcelona Sants or Estació del Nord de Barcelona and arrive at Estación Autobuses.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Bilbao was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £49To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to Bilbao as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £49 to £94 for a train ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £49, which is on 2025-11-18.
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