The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Bilbao
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£128
Fastest journey
9 h 56 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
743 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Bilbao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Bilbao will cost around £128 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
To travel from Paris to Bilbao you need to make at least one change.
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D51 (866425)10:349h56Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1151One-way2 changes
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D51 (866425)+
9591910:349h56Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1181One-way2 changes
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9591910:0510h25Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1391One-way1 change
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9591910:0510h25Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1411One-way1 change
32801+
95919+
D51 (866425)10:349h56Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1151One-way2 changes
32801+
D51 (866425)+
9591910:349h56Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1181One-way2 changes
8537+
9591910:0510h25Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1411One-way1 change
8537+
9591910:0510h25Paris Gare Montparnasse20:30Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses£1391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Bilbao
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paris to Bilbao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 743 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£186 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price |
12h 3m Average total duration 11h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Bilbao train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Bilbao trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8537+ 95919 | 10:05 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 10h25 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
8537+ 95919 | 10:05 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 10h25 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
32801+ D51 (866425)+ 95919 | 10:34 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 9h56 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
32801+ 95919+ D51 (866425) | 10:34 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 9h56 | 20:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Bilbao
Trains from Paris to Bilbao run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £170 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 16:15. The fastest train covers the 743 km distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 743 km |
Average train duration 11h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £170 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 6:34 |
Last train 16:15 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris to Bilbao trainsSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Paris and Bilbao from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Paris to Bilbao train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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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