The average train between Tarbes and Bilbao takes 8h 27m and the fastest train takes 6h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Tarbes 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 5 times a day between Tarbes and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tarbes is at 7:44 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 8:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Bayonne and take an average of 8h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Tarbes 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 Tarbes to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Tarbes station and arriving at Bilbao station via Bayonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.
Tarbes to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Tarbes station.
Tarbes to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Tarbes and Bilbao is 242.7 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Tarbes to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Bayonne, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 6h 41m.