The average train between Kings Cross and Bilbao takes 22h 14m and the fastest train takes 20h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Kings Cross 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 Kings Cross and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 10:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kings Cross is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Lille Europe and take an average of 22h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Kings Cross 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 Kings Cross to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Kings Cross station and arriving at Bilbao station via Lille Europe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 14m.
Kings Cross to Bilbao train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Kings Cross to Bilbao train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Kings Cross and Bilbao is 942.9 km. The road distance is 1,441 km.
You can take a train from London St Pancras Intl to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Lille Europe, Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 14h 24m.