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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Pau is to train and bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 6h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Pau is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Pau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Pau - Technopôle Héliparc. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Pau. However, there are services departing from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and arriving at Pau via Amara-Donostia, Hendaye and Bayonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Pau?

The distance between Bilbao and Pau is 265 km. The road distance is 256.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Pau without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs €17 - €35.

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

The bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Pau - Technopôle Héliparc takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Pau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Pau train from?

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

Train or bus from Bilbao to Pau?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Pau is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Bilbao to Pau bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bilbao to Pau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bilbao to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Pau is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Bilbao to Pau.

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

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

Where can I stay near Pau?

There are 723+ hotels available in Pau.

Bilbao to Pau - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bilbao to Pau by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 20m
€17–35
Train
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the train from Bayonne to Pautrain Ter / ...
6h 55m
€31–59
Drive 256.2 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Paucar 256.2 km
2h 31m
€42–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Saint-Jean-de-Luzbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Bayonne to Pautrain Ter / ...
5h 11m
€31–56
Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Do01 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 15m
€23–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 42m
€17–32

Bilbao to Pau by bus

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Distance: 265.2 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Pau - Technopôle Héliparc twice daily. Tickets cost €17–29 and the journey takes 4h 20m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Pau via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, and Bayonne in around 6h 55m.

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