The average train between Luton and Bilbao takes 22h 46m and the fastest train takes 20h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Luton 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 Luton and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 12:25 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Luton is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 22h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Luton 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 Luton to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Bilbao station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 46m.
Luton to Bilbao train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Bilbao train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Luton and Bilbao is 976.3 km. The road distance is 1,487 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 15h 33m.