What is the cheapest way to get from Vigo to Bilbao?

The cheapest way to get from Vigo to Bilbao is to train which costs €45 - €65 and takes 15h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vigo to Bilbao?

The fastest way to get from Vigo to Bilbao is to train and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €60 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Vigo and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vigo and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Vigo and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Vigo to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Vigo Urzaiz and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Vigo to Bilbao?

The distance between Vigo and Bilbao is 507 km. The road distance is 645.6 km.

How do I travel from Vigo to Bilbao without a car?

The best way to get from Vigo to Bilbao without a car is to train via Madrid which takes 9h 46m and costs €90 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Vigo to Bilbao?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Vigo to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vigo to Bilbao bus from?

Vigo to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Vigo station.

Where do I catch the Vigo to Bilbao train from?

Vigo to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Vigo Urzaiz station.

Train, bus or fly from Vigo to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Vigo to Bilbao is to fly which takes 5h 11m and costs €45 - €190. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €90 - €140 and takes 9h 46m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €130 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Vigo to Bilbao bus arrive?

Vigo to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Vigo to Bilbao train arrive?

Vigo to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Vigo to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Vigo to Bilbao is 646 km. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Vigo to Bilbao.

How do I get a train ticket from Vigo to Bilbao?

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Where can I stay near Bilbao?

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Vigo to Bilbao - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and towncar

There are 9 ways to get from Vigo to Bilbao by plane, train (Renfe), bus, car, train, or towncar

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Vigo to Bilbao Airport
best
1. Fly from Vigo (VGO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane VGO - BIO
5h 11m
€48–185
Train via Madrid (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Vigo Urzaiz to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv
9h 46m
€92–131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vigo to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa
12h 15m
€50–130
Drive 645.6 km
1. Drive from Vigo to Bilbaocar 645.6 km
6h 40m
€100–145
Train to Santiago De Compostela Airport, fly to Bilbao Airport
1. Take the train from Vigo Urzaiz to Santiago De Compostelatrain
2. Fly from Santiago De Compostela Airport (SCQ) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane SCQ - BIO
4h 7m
€61–275
Fly Vigo to Santander Airport, bus
1. Fly from Vigo (VGO) to Santander Airport (SDR)plane VGO - SDR
2. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
5h 33m
€91–279
Towncar to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, fly to Bilbao Airport
1. Take a town car from Vigo to Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneirotowncar
2. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane OPO - BIO
6h 14m
€210–303
Bus via Braga
1. Take the bus from Vigo Urzáiz to Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Bragabus
2. Take the bus from Braga to Bilbaobus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h
€51–85
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Vigo Guixar to Leontrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from La Asunción Universidad to Bilbao La Concordiatrain C4
15h 27m
€48–65

Vigo to Bilbao by train (Renfe)

13Weekly Trains

9h 46mAverage Duration

€92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 506.6 km
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Vigo, Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

Air Europa, Iberia, and Vueling Airlines fly from Vigo (VGO) to Bilbao Airport (BIO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vigo Urzaiz to Bilbao-Abando via Madrid Chamartín in around 9h 46m.

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