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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Espelette is to train which costs €11 - €21 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Espelette is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Espelette?

No, there is no direct bus from Bilbao to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Mendi Alde Bourg via Halte Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Espelette?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and arriving at St Jean De Luz Ciboure via Amara-Donostia and Hendaye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Espelette?

The distance between Bilbao and Espelette is 159 km. The road distance is 151.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Espelette without a car is to bus and line 46 bus which takes 3h 33m and costs €14 - €24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Bilbao to Espelette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Espelette bus from?

Bilbao to Espelette bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Espelette train from?

Bilbao to Espelette train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Train or bus from Bilbao to Espelette?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Espelette is to bus and line 46 bus which takes 3h 33m and costs €14 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €11 - €21 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Bilbao to Espelette bus arrive?

Bilbao to Espelette bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Saint-Jean-de-Luz station.

Where does the Bilbao to Espelette train arrive?

Bilbao to Espelette train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Amara-Donostia station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Espelette?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Espelette is 152 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Bilbao to Espelette.

Where can I stay near Espelette?

There are 2411+ hotels available in Espelette.

Bilbao to Espelette - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 46 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bilbao to Espelette by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 46 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Saint-Jean-de-Luzbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Halte Routière to Mendi Alde Bourgbus 46
3h 33m
€14–23
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
5h 30m
€11–20
Drive 151.9 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Espelettecar 151.9 km
1h 45m
€24–35
Bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Place des Basques to Mendi Alde Bourgbus 40
4h 31m
€15–23

Bilbao to Espelette by bus

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Distance: 158.9 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Mendi Alde Bourg via Halte Routière in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, Euskotren operates a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostia hourly. Tickets cost €5–10 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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