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

The cheapest way to get from Espelette to Bilbao is to train which costs €11 - €16 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Espelette to Bilbao is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Espelette and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Espelette to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Mendi Alde Bourg and arriving at Bilbao via Saint-Jean-de-Luz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Espelette to Bilbao?

The distance between Espelette and Bilbao is 158 km. The road distance is 149.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Espelette to Bilbao without a car is to line 46 bus and bus which takes 3h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Espelette to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Espelette to Bilbao bus from?

Espelette to Bilbao bus services, operated by Txik Txak, depart from Mendi Alde Bourg station.

Train or bus from Espelette to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Espelette to Bilbao is to line 46 bus and bus which takes 3h 33m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Espelette to Bilbao bus arrive?

Espelette to Bilbao bus services, operated by Txik Txak, arrive at Halte Routière station.

Can I drive from Espelette to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Espelette to Bilbao is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Espelette to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1687+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Espelette to Bilbao - 4 ways to travel via train, line 46 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Espelette to Bilbao 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.

Line 46 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Halte Routièrebus 46
2. Take the bus from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbaobus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 33m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbaotrain E1
5h 39m
€11–16
Drive 149.7 km
1. Drive from Espelette to Bilbaocar 149.7 km
1h 44m
€24–34
Line 40 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Place des Basquesbus 40
2. Take the bus from Bayonne to Bilbao Intermodalbus
5h 25m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Espelette to Bilbao.

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Distance: 157.6 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Bilbao via Saint-Jean-de-Luz in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, Euskotren operates a train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao hourly. Tickets cost €5–7 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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