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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 £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Bilbao?
Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
Train Companies
Based on 926 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.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Bilbao by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Barcelona to Bilbao?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Bilbao start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £59. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Bilbao?
The average train journey time from Barcelona to Bilbao is 7h 3m, covering a distance of 289 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 54m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Bilbao route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Bilbao?
The earliest train from Barcelona to Bilbao departs at 08:50. And the latest train departs at 08:50.
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 14 Dec 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 2025-12-14.
