What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station is to train and bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 11h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs €30 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Barcelona Sants Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Barcelona Sants Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Barcelona-Sants. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

The distance between Bilbao and Barcelona Sants Station is 499 km. The road distance is 577 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station without a car is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs €80 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station bus from?

Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station train from?

Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 7h 11m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station bus arrive?

Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants station.

Where does the Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station train arrive?

Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station is 577 km. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station?

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Where can I stay near Barcelona Sants Station?

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Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station by plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, or train

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Fly from Bilbao Airport
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1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BIO - BCN
3h 14m
€32–128
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Santstrain Alv
7h 11m
€80–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus Alsa / ...
7h 15m
€50–75
Drive 577 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Stationcar 577 km
6h 14m
€91–131
Bus to Santander Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Parada de autobús del aeropuerto de Santanderbus
2. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane SDR - BCN
3h 59m
€49–196
Bus to San Sebastián Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
2. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane EAS - BCN
4h 58m
€53–222
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the bus from Donostia-San Sebastián Estación de Autobuses to Barcelona Estació d'Autobusos de Santsbus
11h 50m
€45–79

Bilbao to Barcelona Sants Station by train (Renfe)

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Distance: 499 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Barcelona Sants Station, Spain?

Vueling Airlines and Air Europa fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Sants twice daily. Tickets cost €80–130 and the journey takes 7h 11m.

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