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

The cheapest way to get from Basque Country to Pau is to rideshare which costs €6 - €12 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basque Country to Pau is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs €24 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Basque Country and Pau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Sebastian / Donostia and arriving at Pau. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Basque Country and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Basque Country to Pau. However, there are services departing from Amara-Donostia and arriving at Pau via Hendaye and Bayonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Basque Country to Pau?

The distance between Basque Country and Pau is 165 km. The road distance is 159.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basque Country to Pau without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs €1 - €50.

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

The bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to Pau takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

Basque Country to Pau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from San Sebastian / Donostia station.

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

Basque Country to Pau train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Amara-Donostia station.

Train or bus from Basque Country to Pau?

The best way to get from Basque Country to Pau is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs €1 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Basque Country to Pau bus arrive?

Basque Country to Pau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Pau station.

Where does the Basque Country to Pau train arrive?

Basque Country to Pau train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Hendaia station.

Can I drive from Basque Country to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Basque Country to Pau is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Basque Country to Pau.

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

Book your Basque Country to Pau bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Pau?

There are 636+ hotels available in Pau.

Can I share a ride from Basque Country to Pau?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basque Country and Pau. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to PauFlixBus N716 / ...
2h 35m
€1–50
Train
1. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to HendaiaE2
2. Take the train from Hendaye to BayonneTer
3. Take the train from Bayonne to PauTer
4h 1m
€17–31
Drive 159.1 km
1. Drive from Donostia / San Sebastián to Pau159.1 km
1h 31m
€25–36
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Saint-Sébastien to Pau159.8 km
2h 6m
€6–12

Basque Country to Pau by bus

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Distance: 164.6 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to Pau 4 times a day. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Amara-Donostia to Pau via Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bayonne in around 4h 1m.

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