The average train between Scotland and Bilbao takes 28h 31m and the fastest train takes 25h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland 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 Scotland and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scotland is at 5:30 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 11:21 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 28h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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 Scotland to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Bilbao station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 31m.
Scotland to Bilbao train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Bilbao train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Scotland and Bilbao is 1,506.1 km. The road distance is 2,081 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 19h 45m.