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Bilbao to Mataró by train
The journey from Bilbao to Mataró by train is 298.91 mi and takes 7 hrs 20 mins. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 15:20 and the last at 15:20. It is possible to travel from Bilbao to Mataró by train for as little as £49.24 or as much as £79.32. The best price for this journey is £49.24.
| Lowest Price | £49.24 |
| Journey Duration | 7 hrs 20 mins |
| Connection per Day | Iryo, AVE, Alvia 1 |
| Lowest Price | Iryo, AVE, Alvia £49.24 |
| Highest Price | Iryo, AVE, Alvia £79.32 |
| First Departure | Iryo, AVE, Alvia 15:20 |
| Last Departure | Iryo, AVE, Alvia 15:20 |
| Distance | Iryo, AVE, Alvia 298.91 mi |
| Departure | Iryo, AVE, Alvia Bilbao |
| Arrival | Iryo, AVE, Alvia Mataró |
| Carriers | Iryo, AVE Iryo, AVE, Alvia |
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Cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Mataró
Looking for the best deal on a train ticket for your trip? Here are 4 ways to get cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Mataró.
Book in advance and save
If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Bilbao to Mataró, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.
Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys
Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Bilbao to Mataró.
Always check special offers
Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.
Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains
If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.
Best time to book Bilbao to Mataró travel
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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Bilbao to Mataró
The cheapest Bilbao - Mataró train tickets can be found for as low as £13.72 if you’re lucky, or £22.64 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £42.85.
Find the best day to travel to Mataró by train
When travelling to Mataró by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Carriers on this route
Find out more about the carriers on this route.
AVE stands for "Alta Velocidad Española", which means "Spanish High Speed". AVE is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company Renfe. With the AVE trains you can travel to many major cities in Spain, including routes to Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Malaga, and Zaragoza.
Iryo is a Spanish high-speed train operator, founded in 2019 and serving Spain's major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Malaga, Seville, Valencia and Zaragoza. iryo operates on the national rail network in Spain, using the latest AVE high-speed trains to transport passengers at speeds of up to 310 km/h.
Ticket types and facilities from Bilbao to Mataró
Compare the different ticket types and the facilities provided by AVE and Iryo when traveling from Bilbao to Mataró.
Básico
The Basico are the most affordable tickets, but they come with certain restrictions, such as no changes or refunds. They also typically have limited availability and must be purchased well in advance.
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Bicycle Elige Estándar
The Elige tickets provide enhanced flexibility for exchanging or canceling your reservation. Elige Estándar," provides travelers with the standard, regular seating arrangement known as the "Estándar seat." Additionally, you can choose your preferred seat by paying an extra fee, and upgrading to Premium is also possible. WiFi Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility 
Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Elige Confort
If you go for "Elige Confort," you get the bigger and likely more comfortable XL Confort seat. The Elige tickets provide enhanced flexibility for exchanging or canceling your reservation. Additionally, you can choose your preferred seat by paying an extra fee, and upgrading to Premium is also possible. WiFi Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Prémium
Renfe AVE's Premium tickets are the priciest but also the most flexible, limited to Confort class only. They allow free train changes and provide the benefit of boarding the next train for free in case you miss your scheduled one. WiFi Quiet zone Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Singular
The "Singular fare" offers flexibility for entrepreneurs and companies with personalized customer service from iryo assistants. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Inicial
iryo's Inicial fare provides affordable travel without compromising on comfort or service. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Singular ONLY YOU
The "Singular Only YOU" fare is designed for entrepreneurs and companies, providing the best conditions for changes and cancellations in the ticket. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Infinita
Infinita is iryo's all-inclusive fare that offers the best travel options with flexibility and comfort. WiFi Power sockets Luggage Accessibility Food and drink Air conditioning Bicycle Facility Description
Find out more about the different facilities available onboard with each carrier on this route.
Facilities Description
Air conditioning Travel in comfort as all AVE trains are air-conditioned. Air conditioning 
Travel in comfort as all AVE trains are air-conditioned.
WiFi Stay connected at high speeds with PlayRenfe, AVE's complimentary WiFi service, ensuring you remain online even at 300 km/h. WiFi Stay connected at high speeds with PlayRenfe, AVE's complimentary WiFi service, ensuring you remain online even at 300 km/h.
Quiet zone The Silent Carriage is available exclusively for standard seats on AVE trains, excluding the AVE International route between Spain and France, as well as Euromed trains. Due to its popularity, early ticket purchase is advised. Quiet zone The Silent Carriage is available exclusively for standard seats on AVE trains, excluding the AVE International route between Spain and France, as well as Euromed trains. Due to its popularity, early ticket purchase is advised.
Power sockets Every AVE seat is fitted with power sockets and at-seat radios for your convenience.
Power sockets Every AVE seat is fitted with power sockets and at-seat radios for your convenience.
Accessibility AVE provides a complimentary care and assistance service for individuals with limited mobility. To utilize this service, please reach out to AVE directly. Accessibility AVE provides a complimentary care and assistance service for individuals with limited mobility. To utilize this service, please reach out to AVE directly.
Luggage On AVE trains, you're welcome to bring along 3 bags, each not surpassing 85 x 55 x 35 cm and 25 kg (55 lbs) in weight. Moreover, instruments are considered hand luggage if they're within 30 x 120 x 38 cm and safely tucked in a case. Luggage On AVE trains, you're welcome to bring along 3 bags, each not surpassing 85 x 55 x 35 cm and 25 kg (55 lbs) in weight. Moreover, instruments are considered hand luggage if they're within 30 x 120 x 38 cm and safely tucked in a case.
Food and drink Visit the onboard AVE bar carriage for a treat or wait for the food trolley that travels through the train. Prémium Ticket holders can enjoy in-seat dining featuring Chef Ramón Freixa's expertise. Please ensure you request special menus, from vegetarian to Halal, at least 12 hours before departure to enjoy a tailored meal experience. Food and drink Visit the onboard AVE bar carriage for a treat or wait for the food trolley that travels through the train. Prémium Ticket holders can enjoy in-seat dining featuring Chef Ramón Freixa's expertise. Please ensure you request special menus, from vegetarian to Halal, at least 12 hours before departure to enjoy a tailored meal experience.
Bicycle You can bring along your bike or scooter, just make sure it's folded and snug in a case. Don't forget to remove the pedals and give those handlebars a 90-degree turn. If your case's total dimensions are under 180cm, it counts as hand luggage. Anything larger falls into the special luggage category but keep it within 120 x 90 x 40 cm. Bicycle You can bring along your bike or scooter, just make sure it's folded and snug in a case. Don't forget to remove the pedals and give those handlebars a 90-degree turn. If your case's total dimensions are under 180cm, it counts as hand luggage. Anything larger falls into the special luggage category but keep it within 120 x 90 x 40 cm.
WiFi Connect to free WiFi on iryo trains in any class. Enjoy movies, TV shows, live news, and Spotify for entertainment. WiFi Connect to free WiFi on iryo trains in any class. Enjoy movies, TV shows, live news, and Spotify for entertainment.
Power sockets Every seat on iryo trains comes with power sockets, and those in the Infinita and Singular Cafe class boast additional USB ports. Power sockets Every seat on iryo trains comes with power sockets, and those in the Infinita and Singular Cafe class boast additional USB ports.
Luggage On iryo trains, flexible baggage policy lets you travel comfortably with up to 3 pieces of luggage, including a piece of hand luggage. Maximum size for 2 larger pieces is 85x55x35cm, while hand luggage must be 36x27x15cm. Total weight limit is 25kg. Luggage On iryo trains, flexible baggage policy lets you travel comfortably with up to 3 pieces of luggage, including a piece of hand luggage. Maximum size for 2 larger pieces is 85x55x35cm, while hand luggage must be 36x27x15cm. Total weight limit is 25kg.
Accessibility iryo trains are designed for inclusivity, offering designated seats for passengers with reduced mobility and ensuring step-free access during both boarding and disembarking. Accessibility iryo trains are designed for inclusivity, offering designated seats for passengers with reduced mobility and ensuring step-free access during both boarding and disembarking.
Food and drink iryo offers quality menus for all classes. Find the onboard restaurant/bar usually close to coach 2. For Infinita Class passengers, meals are served at your seat, but remember to book 24 hours in advance. Food and drink iryo offers quality menus for all classes. Find the onboard restaurant/bar usually close to coach 2. For Infinita Class passengers, meals are served at your seat, but remember to book 24 hours in advance.
Air conditioning Enjoy fresh and comfortable air on the ETR1000 train; its cutting-edge air-conditioning system refreshes the entire carriage's air in just 3 minutes, ensuring a generous 35 m3/h of fresh outside air for every passenger. Air conditioning Enjoy fresh and comfortable air on the ETR1000 train; its cutting-edge air-conditioning system refreshes the entire carriage's air in just 3 minutes, ensuring a generous 35 m3/h of fresh outside air for every passenger.
Bicycle On Iryo trains, you can bring along one disassembled bicycle or electric scooter per coach, as long as it's tucked into a bag and stays within 90x120x40cm. It's free to transport! Just keep in mind that you'll handle the loading, safekeeping, and unloading. Also, be considerate of other passengers' comfort and safety, and remember any damages caused are on you. Bicycle On Iryo trains, you can bring along one disassembled bicycle or electric scooter per coach, as long as it's tucked into a bag and stays within 90x120x40cm. It's free to transport! Just keep in mind that you'll handle the loading, safekeeping, and unloading. Also, be considerate of other passengers' comfort and safety, and remember any damages caused are on you.
Services on board Iryo and AVE from Bilbao to Mataró
Compare services on board when travelling from Bilbao to Mataró by train.
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Bilbao to Mataró CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
33.67kg
Bus
36.08kg
Flight
96.21kg
Car
76.97kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Bilbao to Mataró by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Bilbao and Mataró are 33.67kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Bilbao and Mataró? By taking the train between Bilbao and Mataró you will save 62.54kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.41kg compared to a bus and 43.3kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Bilbao to Mataró?
A train ticket from Bilbao to Mataró is £64.90. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £49.24.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Bilbao to Mataró?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Bilbao to Mataró is £49.24. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Bilbao and Mataró by train?
Bilbao to Mataró is 298.91 mi.
How long does the train between Bilbao and Mataró take?
Bilbao to Mataró is on average 7 hrs 20 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 6 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Bilbao to Mataró?
The train journey from Bilbao to Mataró is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Iryo, AVE and Alvia.
How many train connections per day go from Bilbao to Mataró?
Bilbao to Mataró has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Bilbao to Mataró leave?
The earliest train from Bilbao to Mataró departs at 15:20. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Bilbao to Mataró depart?
The latest train from Bilbao to Mataró departs at 15:20. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Bilbao to Mataró in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £49.24 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Bilbao to Mataró by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Bilbao and Mataró is 6 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct train from Bilbao to Mataró?
Yes, there is a direct train between Bilbao and Mataró.
What are the CO2 emissions for Bilbao to Mataró by train?
The train journey from Bilbao to Mataró creates 33.67kg of CO2 emissions.