The train between Essen and Bilbao takes 14h 21m. The train runs, on average, once a week from Essen 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 on demand between Essen and Bilbao. Service times information will be available soon. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 14h 21m.
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No, there is no direct train from Essen to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Essen station and arriving at Bilbao station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10,675,199d 2h.
Essen to Bilbao train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Bilbao train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Essen and Bilbao is 1,177 km. The road distance is 1,507 km.
You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Paris Nord, Massy - Palaiseau, Massy Tgv, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 14h 21m.