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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

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Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as 226,81 kr., with average prices for this route around 226,81 kr.. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • fre., 6. jun.
    From 226,81 kr.
  • lør., 7. jun.
    From 574,59 kr.
  • søn., 8. jun.
    From 574,59 kr.
  • man., 9. jun.
    From 574,59 kr.
  • tir., 10. jun.
    From 574,59 kr.
  • ons., 11. jun.
    From 574,59 kr.
  • tor., 12. jun.
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:43
Santiago De Compostela
18:15
Bilbao-Abando
9t 32m, Changes requiredrenfeIntercit
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Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao Train Route Details

The Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao train ticket is typically from 226,81 kr.. The average travel time is 9t 32m, covering a distance of approximately 458 km. There are usually 1 daily trains provided by Intercit, renfe. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
08:43
Last train
Last train
08:43
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
9t 32m
Distance
Distance
458 km
Price
Price
From 226,81 kr.
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, 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 provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao, 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.

Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao 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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    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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