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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£253
Average price
£253
Fastest journey
11 h 51 m
Average duration
11 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
675 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Bilbao will cost around £253 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £253.
To travel from Lyon to Bilbao you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £255.
Distance: 675 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£255 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £169 Average Price |
13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 48m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lyon to Bilbao train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Bilbao trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:30 Lyon | 17h51 | 10:21 Bilbao | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 10 January | |||||
| 10:30 Lyon | 11h51 | 22:21 Bilbao | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Bilbao
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Trains from Lyon to Bilbao run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £255 but you can travel from only £35 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 21:51. The fastest train covers the 675 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 675 km |
Average train duration 13h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £255 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 30m |
First train 05:46 |
Last train 21:51 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Lyon to Bilbao trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon and Bilbao from £35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lyon to Bilbao train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon to Bilbao by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bilbao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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