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

The cheapest way to get from Pau to Basque Country is to bus which costs €12 - €22 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pau to Basque Country is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Pau and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pau and arriving at San Sebastian / Donostia. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Pau and Basque Country?

No, there is no direct train from Pau to Basque Country. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at Amara-Donostia via Bayonne and Hendaia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Pau to Basque Country?

The distance between Pau and Basque Country is 164 km. The road distance is 160.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Pau to Basque Country without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs €26 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Pau to Basque Country, including transfers.

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

Pau to Basque Country bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Pau station.

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

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

Train or bus from Pau to Basque Country?

The best way to get from Pau to Basque Country is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs €26 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €22 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Pau to Basque Country bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pau to Basque Country train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pau to Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between Pau to Basque Country is 160 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Pau to Basque Country.

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

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

Where can I stay near Basque Country?

There are 1648+ hotels available in Basque Country.

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There are 3 ways to get from Pau to Basque Country by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pau to Bayonnetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Bayonne to Hendayetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Hendaia to Amara-Donostiatrain E2
3h 3m
€26–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pau to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus S786 / ...
3h 5m
€12–22
Drive 160.1 km
1. Drive from Pau to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 160.1 km
1h 34m
€26–38

Pau to Basque Country by train

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Distance: 164.3 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Pau to Amara-Donostia via Bayonne, Hendaye, and Hendaia in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Pau to San Sebastian / Donostia 5 times a day. Tickets cost €14–22 and the journey takes 3h 5m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 3 times a day.

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