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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Espelette is to bus via Madrid which costs €30 - €60 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Espelette is to drive which takes 5h 33m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Espelette?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid station to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Madrid - South Station and arriving at Mendi Alde Bourg via Place des Basques. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Madrid to Espelette?

The distance between Madrid and Espelette is 604 km. The road distance is 468 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Espelette without a car is to bus which takes 8h 43m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Madrid to Espelette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Espelette bus from?

Madrid to Espelette bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Madrid - South Station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Espelette?

The best way to get from Madrid to Espelette is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs €50 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Madrid to Espelette bus arrive?

Madrid to Espelette bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Espelette?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Espelette is 468 km. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Madrid to Espelette.

Where can I stay near Espelette?

There are 1988+ hotels available in Espelette.

Madrid to Espelette - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Espelette by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Iruntrain Alv / ...
6h 19m
€52–70
Bus via Madrid
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1149
10h 18m
€30–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid - South Station to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 43m
€35–55
Drive 468 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Espelettecar 468 km
5h 33m
€73–105
Fly to San Sebastián Airport, line 46 bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane MAD - EAS
2. Take the bus from Halte Routière to Mendi Alde Bourgbus
5h 39m
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus, train, line 46 bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
2. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastiánbus
3. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Hendaiatrain
4. Take the bus from Halte Routière to Mendi Alde Bourgbus
7h 41m

Madrid to Espelette by bus and foot

9Weekly Services

8h 43mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 604 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Irun 3 times a day. Tickets cost €45–65 and the journey takes 5h 43m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Madrid - South Station to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 6h 35m.

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