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

The cheapest way to get from Pau to Bilbao is to bus which costs €2 - €30 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pau to Bilbao is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Pau and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc and arriving at Bilbao. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Pau and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Pau to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Hendaia and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Pau to Bilbao?

The distance between Pau and Bilbao is 263 km. The road distance is 255.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pau to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs €2 - €30.

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

The bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to Bilbao takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Pau to Bilbao bus from?

Pau to Bilbao bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc station.

Where do I catch the Pau to Bilbao train from?

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

Train or bus from Pau to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Pau to Bilbao is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs €2 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Pau to Bilbao bus arrive?

Pau to Bilbao bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bilbao station.

Where does the Pau to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pau to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Pau to Bilbao is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Pau to Bilbao.

How do I get a bus ticket from Pau to Bilbao?

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Where can I stay near Bilbao?

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Pau to Bilbao - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pau 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to Bilbaobus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 10m
€2–30
Train
1. Take the train from Pau to Hendayetrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbaotrain E1
5h 50m
€22–34
Drive 255.4 km
1. Drive from Pau to Bilbaocar 255.4 km
2h 30m
€40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pau to Bayonnetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop to Bilbaobus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 25m
€18–35

Pau to Bilbao by bus

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Distance: 263.2 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to Bilbao once daily. Tickets cost €18–30 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Rede Expressos also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pau to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 5h 50m.

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