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

The cheapest way to get from Ruffec to Bilbao is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €35 - €65 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruffec to Bilbao is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Ruffec and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruffec to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Gare de Ruffec and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via Angoulême - Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ruffec and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Ruffec to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Gare de Ruffec and arriving at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Angouleme, Hendaia and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Ruffec to Bilbao?

The distance between Ruffec and Bilbao is 516 km. The road distance is 492.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruffec to Bilbao without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 23m and costs €80 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Ruffec to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruffec to Bilbao bus from?

Ruffec to Bilbao bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, depart from Gare de Ruffec station.

Where do I catch the Ruffec to Bilbao train from?

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

Train or bus from Ruffec to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Ruffec to Bilbao is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €140 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Ruffec to Bilbao bus arrive?

Ruffec to Bilbao bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Angouleme station.

Where does the Ruffec to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruffec to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruffec to Bilbao is 493 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Ruffec to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1751+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Ruffec to Bilbao - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ruffec to Bilbao by train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gare de Ruffec to Angoulemetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Angouleme to St Jean De Luz Cibouretrain Tgv
3. Take the bus from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbao Intermodalbus
7h 23m
€83–144
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruffec-Salle Des Grands Rocs to Angouleme-Gare Sncfbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Angoulême to Bordeauxbus
3. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Bilbaobus
9h 40m
€38–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gare de Ruffec to Angoulemebus Autocar
2. Take the bus from Angoulême - Bus Station to Bilbao Intermodalbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 55m
€45–79
Drive 492.9 km
1. Drive from Ruffec to Bilbaocar 492.9 km
4h 53m
€79–114
Train
1. Take the train from Gare de Ruffec to Angoulemetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Angouleme to Hendayetrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbaotrain E1
8h 22m
€79–139

Ruffec to Bilbao by train and bus

8Weekly Services

7h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 515.7 km
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Ruffec, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France and Bilbao, Spain?

You can take a bus from Gare de Ruffec to Bilbao Intermodal via Angouleme and Angoulême - Bus Station in around 8h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gare de Ruffec to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Angouleme, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 8h 22m.

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