The average train between Bilbao and Braga takes 27h 51m and the fastest train takes 26h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Bilbao to Braga. 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 Bilbao and Braga. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bilbao is at 5:12 PM which arrives into Braga at 7:56 PM. All services require a transfer at Madrid Chamartín and take an average of 27h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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26h 59m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Bilbao to Braga? 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 Bilbao to Braga. However, there are services departing from Bilbao station and arriving at Braga station via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 51m.
Bilbao to Braga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.
Bilbao to Braga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Nine station.
The distance between Bilbao and Braga is 489.6 km. The road distance is 1,261 km.
You can take a train from Bilbao-Abando to Braga via Madrid Chamartín, Pontevedra, Redondela De Galicia, and Nine in around 13h 35m.