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Taking the train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao in 30 hours 40 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 31 hours 49 minutes to travel the 724 miles (1165 km) from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao by train, although you can get there in as little as 30 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 5 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao start from £143.53 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Bilbao? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao by train
It takes an average of 31h 49m to travel from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao by train, over a distance of around 724 miles (1165 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao and tickets for this journey start from £143.53 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:56 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 14:50 | |
| Departure station | Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Bilbao | |
| Journey time | From 30h 40m | |
| Distance | 724 miles (1165 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £143.53 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus |
FAQs about the train journey from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao
Want to know more about your journey from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Bilbao by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.