The average train between Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Bilbao takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 37m. There is a train service every few hours from Saint-Jean-de-Luz 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 hourly between Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 12:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Saint-Jean-de-Luz is at 11:11 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 9:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Hendaye and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Saint-Jean-de-Luz 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 Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Saint-Jean-de-Luz station and arriving at Bilbao station via Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Amara-Donostia station.
Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Bilbao is 103 km. The road distance is 140 km.
Euskotren operates a train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao hourly. Tickets cost €5–10 and the journey takes 2h 31m.