The average train between Tours and Bilbao takes 12h and the fastest train takes 8h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Tours 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 Tours and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 7:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Tours is at 10:44 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 11:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Bordeaux St Jean and take an average of 12h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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17h 4m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Tours 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 Tours to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Tours station and arriving at Bilbao station via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.
Tours to Bilbao train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from St Pierre Des Corps station.
Tours to Bilbao train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Tours and Bilbao is 539.9 km. The road distance is 688 km.
You can take a train from St Pierre Des Corps to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 9h 20m.