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

The cheapest way to get from Espelette to Bilbao is to train which costs €10 - €21 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Espelette to Bilbao is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Espelette and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct bus from Espelette to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Mendi Alde Bourg and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal via Saint-Jean-de-Luz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Espelette and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Espelette to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from St Jean De Luz Ciboure and arriving at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Hendaia and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Espelette to Bilbao?

The distance between Espelette and Bilbao is 158 km. The road distance is 150.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Espelette to Bilbao without a car is to line 46 bus and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs €12 - €23.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Espelette to Bilbao, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Espelette to Bilbao bus from?

Espelette to Bilbao bus services, operated by Txik Txak, depart from Mendi Alde Bourg station.

Where do I catch the Espelette to Bilbao train from?

Espelette to Bilbao train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Amara-Donostia station.

Train or bus from Espelette to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Espelette to Bilbao is to line 46 bus and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs €12 - €23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €21 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Espelette to Bilbao bus arrive?

Espelette to Bilbao bus services, operated by Txik Txak, arrive at Halte Routière station.

Where does the Espelette to Bilbao train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Espelette to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Espelette to Bilbao is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Espelette to Bilbao.

Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Bilbao.

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

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

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Line 46 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Halte Routièrebus 46
2. Take the bus from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbao Intermodalbus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 36m
€12–22
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbaotrain E1
4h 51m
€10–20
Drive 150.4 km
1. Drive from Espelette to Bilbaocar 150.4 km
1h 44m
€24–35
Line 40 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Place des Basquesbus 40
2. Take the bus from Bayonne to Bilbaobus FlixBus N716 / ...
4h 30m
€13–22

Espelette to Bilbao by bus

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.9 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Mendi Alde Bourg to Bilbao Intermodal via Saint-Jean-de-Luz in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, Euskotren operates a train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao hourly. Tickets cost €5–10 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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