The average train between Boulogne-sur-Mer and Bilbao takes 16h 28m and the fastest train takes 11h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Boulogne-sur-Mer 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 4 times a day between Boulogne-sur-Mer and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boulogne-sur-Mer is at 8:39 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 3:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Nord and take an average of 16h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Boulogne-sur-Mer 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 Boulogne-sur-Mer to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Boulogne-sur-Mer station and arriving at Bilbao station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 28m.
Boulogne-sur-Mer to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Boulogne Ville station.
Boulogne-sur-Mer to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Boulogne-sur-Mer and Bilbao is 898 km. The road distance is 1,155 km.
You can take a train from Boulogne Ville to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 12h 18m.