The average train between Crewe and Bilbao takes 23h 32m and the fastest train takes 22h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Crewe 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 twice daily between Crewe and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 10:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 5:32 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 23h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Crewe 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 Crewe to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Bilbao station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 32m.
Crewe to Bilbao train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Bilbao train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Crewe and Bilbao is 1,094.2 km. The road distance is 1,695 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, Bordeaux Saint-Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 16h 38m.