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Leicester to Bilbao trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Leicester and Bilbao takes 22h 49m and the fastest train takes 22h 9m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Leicester 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.

22h 49m
Duration
1,608 km
Distance
€449
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Leicester to Bilbao train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Leicester and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 6:11 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Leicester is at 6:13 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 22h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTGV inOuiEuskotrenEuskotren23h 10m • 5 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)EuskotrenEuskotren22h 9m • 5 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTGV inOuiEuskotrenEuskotren23h 8m • 5 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 1,608.1 km
  • Duration: 22h 49m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Bilbao, Spain?

You can take a train from Leicester to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 17h 21m.

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