How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao?

The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Bilbao start from R 581. The average price for this train route is around R 1 409. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 467 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 3m 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.

Train Barcelona to Bilbao from R 612

Next train departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Bilbao on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	CheapestFastest
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Bilbao on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	CheapestFastest
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	No tags

Next departures from Barcelona to Bilbao on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Cheapest
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Fastest

Next departures from Barcelona to Bilbao on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Cheapest
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Fastest

Next departures from Barcelona to Bilbao on 5 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Cheapest
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Fastest

Next departures from Barcelona to Bilbao on 6 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Cheapest
	Train	08:50	Barcelona-Sants	7h 3m	15:53	Bilbao-Abando	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:03 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Bilbao

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bilbao. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 430, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

6h 20mAverage duration

469 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 279 - R 4 267	Average duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 581 - R 2 075	Average duration7h 3m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 430 - R 1 261	Average duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Bilbao

A
Estación Autobuses
Calle Gurtubay, 1 - 48013 Bilbao
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Train Companies

Renfe

4/5944 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3

Based on 944 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 581

RENFE Alvia Barcelona Bilbao recent customer reviews

Beautiful landscape, nice railway attendants, very well organised

Christine S.

27 August 2023

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Bilbao?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Bilbao start from R 581. The average price for this train route is around R 1 409. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 467 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 3m 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.

Best price found

28/01

R 1 227

29/01

R 1 547

Today

R 1 691

31/01

R 1 532

01/02

R 1 532

02/02

R 919

03/02

R 922

04/02

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The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Bilbao was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 919

To 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 R 919 to R 2 041 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 R 919, which is on 2026-02-02.