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

The average train ticket price from Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao is $117. The best way to find train tickets from Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao?

A train trip between Gelsenkirchen and Bilbao is around 1d 3h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 736 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Gelsenkirchen and Bilbao?

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

Which train companies travel from Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao?

When taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

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.

Train Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao from $117 | Refundable Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $212	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$117 - $117	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the train from Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

$117Cheapest ticket

28kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$117

Average train trip duration1d 3h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure11:52am

Distance736 miles (1186 km)

Latest train departure5:49pm

Train Companies

FlixBus

3.5/59,510 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, Slovak Rail, TGV inOui, Eurostar

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Gelsenkirchen and Bilbao is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Bilbao.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Bilbao, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 6h	Avg Price$126	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 3h	Avg Price$117	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Gelsenkirchen 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 $117 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $117. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bilbao, choose the train, as it will take you from Gelsenkirchen to Bilbao in about 1d 3h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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