The average train between Cambridge and Bilbao takes 22h 35m and the fastest train takes 20h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge 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 twice daily between Cambridge and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 12:51 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 6:42 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 22h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Bilbao station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 35m.
Cambridge to Bilbao train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Bilbao train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Cambridge and Bilbao is 1,019.2 km. The road distance is 1,531 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 15h 57m.