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Trip Overview

The average train between Hartlepool and Bilbao takes 25h 22m and the fastest train takes 24h 22m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Hartlepool 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.

25h 22m
Duration
1,846 km
Distance
€481
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Hartlepool to Bilbao train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Hartlepool and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 2:59 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Hartlepool is at 3:59 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 25h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsEurostarTGV inOuiTGV inOuiEuskotrenEuskotren25h 22m • 5 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Grand Central TrainsEurostarTGV inOuiSociété Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)EuskotrenEuskotren24h 22m • 5 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Grand Central TrainsEurostarTGV inOuiTGV inOuiEuskotrenEuskotren26h 22m • 5 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Hartlepool 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.

Map of how to get from Hartlepool to Bilbao.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,846.2 km
  • Duration: 25h 22m

What companies run services between Hartlepool, England and Bilbao, Spain?

You can take a train from Hartlepool to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 18h 48m.

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