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Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at KWD 17.590, with the average cost for this route around KWD 28.840. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 17.590
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 26.930
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 26.930
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 26.930
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 26.930
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 26.930
  • Sun, Jun 15
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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08:43
Santiago De Compostela
18:15
Bilbao-Abando
9h 32m, Changes requiredrenfeIntercit
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11:48
Santiago De Compostela
22:21
Paris
10h 33m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao usually begin at KWD 17.590. The average travel time is about 9h 32m, spanning a distance of roughly 285 miles. Intercit, renfe provides around 2 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
08:43
Last train
Last train
11:48
Departure station
Departure station
Santiago de Compostela
Arrival station
Arrival station
Bilbao
Journey time
Journey time
9h 32m
Distance
Distance
285 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 17.590
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

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 Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

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 Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

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.

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

Choose from four fare types to travel from Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Santiago de Compostela to Bilbao Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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