The average train between Brest and Bilbao takes 16h 9m and the fastest train takes 13h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Brest 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 5 times a day between Brest and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 5:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brest is at 8:19 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 3:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 and take an average of 16h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Brest 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 Brest to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Brest station and arriving at Bilbao station via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 9m.
Brest to Bilbao train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Brest station.
Brest to Bilbao train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Brest and Bilbao is 582.8 km. The road distance is 1,500 km.
You can take a train from Brest to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 13h 17m.