The average train between Bilbao and Cartes takes 6h 31m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Bilbao to Cartes. 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 3 times a day between Bilbao and Cartes. The earliest departure is at 8:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bilbao is at 7:31 PM which arrives into Cartes at 7:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Cartes. However, there are services departing from Bilbao station and arriving at Cartes station via Maliaño. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.
Bilbao to Cartes train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao station.
Bilbao to Cartes train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Maliaño station.
Book your Bilbao to Cartes train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros and Renfe Cercanias.
The distance between Bilbao and Cartes is 92.9 km. The road distance is 134 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao to Maliaño 3 times a day. Tickets cost €8–22 and the journey takes 3h 14m.