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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Pau is to bus which costs €20 - €35 and takes 4h 30m.

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 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Pau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao and arriving at Pau. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

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 and Hendaye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Pau?

The distance between Bilbao and Pau is 268 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 30m and costs €20 - €35.

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

The bus from Bilbao to Pau takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Pau bus from?

Bilbao to Pau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bilbao 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 30m and costs €20 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Bilbao to Pau bus arrive?

Bilbao to Pau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Pau 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 755+ hotels available in Pau.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Paubus FlixBus N1137 / ...
4h 30m
€20–35
Train
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Pautrain Intercités / ...
6h 16m
€30–63
Drive 256.2 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Paucar 256.2 km
2h 31m
€41–59
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 Sebastian / Donostia to Paubus FlixBus S786 / ...
5h 30m
€25–43

Bilbao to Pau by bus

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Distance: 268 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Bilbao to Pau once daily. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Pau via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, and Hendaye in around 6h 16m.

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