What is the cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne?

The cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne?

The fastest way to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct train between Basque Country and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct train from Basque Country to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Amara-Donostia and arriving at Carcassonne via Hendaye and Toulouse Matabiau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Basque Country to Carcassonne?

The distance between Basque Country and Carcassonne is 469 km. The road distance is 418.1 km.

How do I travel from Basque Country to Carcassonne without a car?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs €65 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Carcassonne bus from?

Basque Country to Carcassonne bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where do I catch the Basque Country to Carcassonne train from?

Basque Country to Carcassonne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Hendaye station.

Train or bus from Basque Country to Carcassonne?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs €65 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Basque Country to Carcassonne bus arrive?

Basque Country to Carcassonne bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Where does the Basque Country to Carcassonne train arrive?

Basque Country to Carcassonne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Can I drive from Basque Country to Carcassonne?

Yes, the driving distance between Basque Country to Carcassonne is 418 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Basque Country to Carcassonne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basque Country to Carcassonne?

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Where can I stay near Carcassonne?

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Basque Country to Carcassonne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Basque Country and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct bus from Basque Country to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián and arriving at Carcassonne via Toulouse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

There are 4 ways to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hendaye to Toulouse Matabiautrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonnetrain Ter / ...
7h 12m
€65–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Toulouse Matabiaubus
2. Take the bus from Toulouse to Carcassonnebus FlixBus 1721 / ...
7h 30m
€32–69
Drive 418.1 km
1. Drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to Carcassonnecar 418.1 km
4h 2m
€67–96
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Tarbesbus
2. Take the bus from Tarbes to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonnetrain Ter
7h 40m
€36–78

Basque Country to Carcassonne by train

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7h 12mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Basque Country to Carcassonne.

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Distance: 468.6 km
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Basque Country, Spain and Carcassonne, France?

You can take a train from Amara-Donostia to Carcassonne via Hendaia, Hendaye, and Toulouse Matabiau in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Carcassonne via Gare De Toulouse-Matabiau and Toulouse in around 7h 30m.

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