What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Catalonia?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Catalonia is to rideshare which costs €32 and takes 7h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Catalonia?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Catalonia is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs €30 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Catalonia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Catalonia?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Catalonia. However, there are services departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya via Barcelona Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Catalonia?

The distance between Bilbao and Catalonia is 502 km. The road distance is 580.1 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Catalonia without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Catalonia without a car is to train which takes 7h 19m and costs €80 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Catalonia?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Bilbao to Catalonia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Catalonia bus from?

Bilbao to Catalonia bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Catalonia train from?

Bilbao to Catalonia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Catalonia?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Catalonia is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 7h 19m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Bilbao to Catalonia bus arrive?

Bilbao to Catalonia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where does the Bilbao to Catalonia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bilbao to Catalonia?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Catalonia is 580 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Bilbao to Catalonia.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to Catalonia?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to Catalonia?

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Where can I stay near Catalonia?

There are 5190+ hotels available in Catalonia.

Can I share a ride from Bilbao to Catalonia?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bilbao and Catalonia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bilbao to Catalonia - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare

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There are 7 ways to get from Bilbao to Catalonia by plane, train (Renfe), bus, rideshare, train, or car

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Fly from Bilbao Airport
best
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BIO - BCN
3h 21m
€34–129
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bilbao to Barcelonerideshare 578.8 km
7h 3m
€32
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Barcelona-Santstrain Alv
7h 19m
€85–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus Alsa / ...
7h 30m
€50–75
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
4h 6m
€50–197
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 Nordbus
12h 15m
€45–74
Drive 580.1 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Barcelonacar 580.1 km
6h 25m
€92–133

Bilbao to Catalonia by train (Renfe)

14Weekly Trains

7h 19mAverage Duration

€85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 501.6 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Catalonia, 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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