The average train between Bilbao and Porto takes 28h 20m and the fastest train takes 27h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Bilbao to Porto. 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 Porto. 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 Porto at 7:49 PM. All services require a transfer at Madrid Chamartín and take an average of 28h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bilbao to Porto? 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 Porto. However, there are services departing from Bilbao station and arriving at Porto station via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 20m.
Bilbao to Porto train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.
Bilbao to Porto train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Porto Campanha station.
The distance between Bilbao and Porto is 498.7 km. The road distance is 1,288 km.
You can take a train from Bilbao-Abando to Vila Nova De Gaia - Devesas via Madrid Chamartín, Pontevedra, Redondela De Galicia, and Porto Campanha in around 13h 57m.