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 via Bayonne which costs €10 - €22 and takes 2h 52m.

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 - Technopôle Héliparc and arriving at San Sebastián - Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

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 Hendaia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

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 2h 51m and costs €26 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc 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 2h 51m and costs €26 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Bayonne, which costs €10 - €22 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Pau to Basque Country bus arrive?

Pau to Basque Country bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop 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 Hendaye 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 1697+ hotels available in Basque Country.

Pau to Basque Country - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Pau to Basque Country by train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pau to Hendayetrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Hendaia to Amara-Donostiatrain E2
2h 51m
€27–46
Bus via Bayonne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 52m
€10–21
Drive 160.1 km
1. Drive from Pau to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 160.1 km
1h 34m
€26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 55m
€11–20
Train via Bayonne
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 17m
€26–46

Pau to Basque Country by train

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Distance: 164.3 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Pau to Amara-Donostia via Hendaye and Hendaia in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to San Sebastián - Bus Station via Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop in around 2h 52m.

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