Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Bilbao?

There is a high-speed train operating between Barcelona and Bilbao that takes 6 hours 51 minutes to travel the distance. This is the AVE high-speed train.

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Barcelona to Bilbao Train

Planning to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao by train? Enjoy the convenience and comfort of modern trains with picturesque landscapes along the way. Check out route details (train time, distance, schedule, prices) & book your Renfe railway tickets today!

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Barcelona

Departure station:
Sants Station
Carrer del Rector Triado, 75, 08014, Barcelona, Spain

Distance by train:

658 km/ 409 mi

Bilbao

Arrival station:
Bilbao railway station

48003,

Bilbao, Spain

Barcelona to Bilbao Train Information

Shortest travel time

6 hrs 36 min

Longest travel time

9 hrs 10 min

Daily departures

5

Price starts from

$65

Barcelona stands out as one of Spain's most captivating cities, offering travelers a wealth of cultural and architectural delights. Conveniently linked to the vibrant city of Bilbao by a modern rail network, train travel between these two destinations is both seamless and enjoyable. Departing from Barcelona's centrally located Sants Railway Station, nestled near the picturesque Placa d'Espanya and the iconic Greek monument, travelers embark on a scenic journey through Spain's diverse landscapes.

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