What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Cauterets?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Cauterets is to bus which costs €16 - €40 and takes 8h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Cauterets?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Cauterets is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Cauterets?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to Cauterets. However, there are services departing from Bilbao and arriving at CAUTERETS - Gare via Pau and LOURDES - Gare SNCF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Cauterets?

The distance between Bilbao and Cauterets is 337 km. The road distance is 319.6 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Cauterets without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Cauterets without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 37m and costs €24 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Cauterets?

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Bilbao to Cauterets, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Cauterets bus from?

Bilbao to Cauterets bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bilbao station.

Train or bus from Bilbao to Cauterets?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Cauterets is to bus via Pau which takes 8h 13m and costs €29 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Bilbao to Cauterets bus arrive?

Bilbao to Cauterets bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Pau station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Cauterets?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Cauterets is 320 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Bilbao to Cauterets.

Where can I stay near Cauterets?

There are 2533+ hotels available in Cauterets.

Bilbao to Cauterets - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bilbao to Cauterets by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to San Sebastián / DonostiaDo01 / ...
2. Take the train from Hendaye to LourdesIntercités / ...
7h 37m
€24–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to TarbesBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 35m
€16–40
Bus via Pau
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to PauFlixBus N716 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pau to LourdesN765
8h 13m
€29–60
Drive 319.6 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Cauterets319.6 km
3h 24m
€51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-DonostiaE1
2. Take the train from Hendaye to LourdesIntercités / ...
8h 45m
€19–39

Bilbao to Cauterets by bus, foot, and train

8Weekly Services

7h 37mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 336.8 km
Duration: 7h 37m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Cauterets, France?

You can take a bus from Bilbao to CAUTERETS - Gare via Pau, Lourdes, and LOURDES - Gare SNCF in around 8h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to CAUTERETS - Gare via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Lourdes, and LOURDES - Gare SNCF in around 8h 45m.

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