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The average train between La Rochelle and Bilbao takes 12h 1m and the fastest train takes 8h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from La Rochelle 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 every 4 hours between La Rochelle and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from La Rochelle is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 1:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Bordeaux St Jean and take an average of 12h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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15h 31m • 3 changes9h 53m • 3 changes8h 43m • 3 changes8h 49m • 3 changesArrives next day
15h 31m • 3 changes9h 53m • 3 changes8h 49m • 3 changes9h 53m • 3 changes8h 45m • 3 changes10h 9m • 3 changes9h 3m • 3 changes9h 53m • 3 changes9h 46m • 3 changes9h 53m • 3 changes8h 43m • 3 changes8h 49m • 3 changes9h 53m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from La Rochelle 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 La Rochelle to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville station and arriving at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station via Bordeaux St Jean station and Hendaye station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.
La Rochelle to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from La Rochelle Ville station.
La Rochelle to Bilbao train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
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The distance between La Rochelle and Bilbao is 351.6 km. The road distance is 515 km.
You can take a train from La Rochelle Ville to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 9h 22m.
