The average train between Lorient and Bilbao takes 20h 34m and the fastest train takes 12h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Lorient 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 Lorient and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 9:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lorient is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Nantes and take an average of 20h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Lorient 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 Lorient to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Lorient station and arriving at Bilbao station via Nantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 34m.
Lorient to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lorient station.
Lorient to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Lorient and Bilbao is 500 km. The road distance is 920 km.
You can take a train from Lorient to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Nantes, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 14h 24m.