The average train between Avranches and Bilbao takes 26h 40m and the fastest train takes 20h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Avranches to Bilbao. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Avranches and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 8:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Avranches is at 8:26 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 10:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Rennes and take an average of 26h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Avranches to Bilbao? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Avranches to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Avranches station and arriving at Bilbao station via Rennes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 40m.
Avranches to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Avranches station.
Avranches to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Avranches and Bilbao is 615.1 km. The road distance is 983 km.
You can take a train from Avranches to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Rennes, Nantes, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 16h 50m.