The average train between Saint-Nazaire and Bilbao takes 18h 4m and the fastest train takes 12h. The train service runs several times per day from Saint-Nazaire 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 4 times a day between Saint-Nazaire and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 6:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Saint-Nazaire is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 3:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Nantes and take an average of 18h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.





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Want to know about travelling from Saint-Nazaire 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-Nazaire to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Saint-Nazaire station and arriving at Bilbao station via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 4m.
Saint-Nazaire to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Nazaire station.
Saint-Nazaire 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-Nazaire and Bilbao is 449.6 km. The road distance is 947 km.
You can take a train from St Nazaire to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Nantes, St Pierre Des Corps, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 12h 34m.