The average train between Lyon Airport (LYS) and Bilbao takes 21h 20m and the fastest train takes 14h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Lyon Airport (LYS) 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 3 times a day between Lyon Airport (LYS) and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 7:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lyon Airport (LYS) is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Marne La Vallee Chessy and take an average of 21h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Lyon Airport (LYS) 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 Lyon Airport (LYS) to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Lyon Airport (LYS) station and arriving at Bilbao station via Marne La Vallee Chessy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 20m.
Lyon Airport (LYS) to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv station.
Lyon Airport (LYS) to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Lyon Airport (LYS) and Bilbao is 690.8 km. The road distance is 1,379 km.
You can take a train from Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Marne La Vallee Chessy, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 13h 14m.