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Bilbao to Bologna trains

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Trip Overview

The train between Bilbao and Bologna takes 42h 56m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Bilbao to Bologna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

42h 56m
Duration
1,957 km
Distance
€404
Average price
Once a week
Frequency

Bilbao to Bologna train times

Trains run once a week between Bilbao and Bologna. The service departs Bilbao at 11:58 AM in the morning, which arrives into Bologna at 06:54:00. All services require a transfer at Amara-Donostia and take an average of 42h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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  • Distance: 1,957 km
  • Duration: 42h 56m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Bologna, Italy?

You can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Bologna centrale via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Massy Tgv, Modane, and Milano Centrale in around 19h 4m.

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