How much does a train ticket from Basel to Bilbao cost?

The average train ticket price from Basel to Bilbao is $87. The best way to find train tickets from Basel 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 Basel to Bilbao?

A train trip between Basel and Bilbao is around 1d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 589 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Basel and Bilbao?

The number of trains from Basel 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 Basel to Bilbao by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Basel to Bilbao?

Trains traveling between Basel and Bilbao leave from Basel or Basel Central Station and arrive at Estación Autobuses.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bilbao?

Once in Bilbao, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Climbing Pagasarri and Ganekogorta, Artxanda Viewpoint, Gaztelugatxe (Bermeo), Museum of Religious Art , Plentzia.

Trains from Basel to Bilbao | FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 2 ways to go from Basel to Bilbao.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $95	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Train	Average Price$87 - $87	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the train from Basel to Bilbao

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

$87Cheapest ticket

23kgCO₂ emissions

Train Basel to Bilbao: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$87

Average train trip duration1d 5h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:27am

Distance591 miles (952 km)

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,448 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in ES:Trenitalia, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Deutsche Bahn ICE, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail

Basel to Bilbao Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Basel and Bilbao?

Stops in Basel

A - Basel

B - Basel Central Station

C - Basel

D - Media Markt Basel

E - Basel St. Johann

Stops in Bilbao

A - Estación Autobuses

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Basel to Bilbao is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Bilbao you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Basel and Bilbao, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Basel to Bilbao.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

What's the cheapest way to go from Basel to Bilbao?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 1h	Avg Price$95	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$87	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Basel and Bilbao is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $87 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $87. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bilbao, choose the train, as it will take you from Basel to Bilbao in about 1d 1h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Basel by train?

Train from Bilbao to Basel

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