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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Bilbao-Abando | Barcelona-Sants | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Bilbao-Abando | Barcelona-Sants | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Bilbao-Abando | Barcelona-Sants | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Bilbao to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Bilbao and Barcelona?
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 918 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
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bilbao to Barcelona 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 Bilbao to Barcelona?
The cheapest train tickets from Bilbao to Barcelona start from £24. The average price for this train route is around £66. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Bilbao to Barcelona?
The average train journey time from Bilbao to Barcelona is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 289 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 55m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Bilbao to Barcelona 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 Bilbao to Barcelona?
The earliest train from Bilbao to Barcelona departs at 15:02. And the latest train departs at 15:18.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bilbao to Barcelona was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Bilbao to Barcelona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £42 to £102 for a train ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £42, which is on 2025-12-03.
