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Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as RUB 5,413.58, with average prices for this route around RUB 11,080.72. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • Sat, Jul 19
    From RUB 20,976.30
  • Sun, Jul 20
    From RUB 8,987.43
  • Mon, Jul 21
    From RUB 14,752.69
  • Tue, Jul 22
    From RUB 6,090.55
  • Wed, Jul 23
    From RUB 6,766.45
  • Thu, Jul 24
    From RUB 5,413.58
  • Fri, Jul 25
    From RUB 5,971.21
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08:50
Barcelona-Sants
15:36
Bilbao-Abando
6h 46m, Directrenfe
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08:50
Barcelona-Sants
15:44
Bilbao-Abando
6h 54m, Directrenfe
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12:50
Barcelona-Sants
22:21
Paris
9h 31m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando Train Route Details

The Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando train ticket is typically from RUB 5,413.58. The average travel time is 6h 46m, covering a distance of approximately 291 miles. There are usually 3 daily trains provided by renfe. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
08:50
Last train
Last train
12:50
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
6h 46m
Distance
Distance
291 miles
Price
Price
From RUB 5,413.58
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Barcelona-Sants to Bilbao-Abando Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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