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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Espelette is to bus via Donostia / San Sebastián which costs €40 - €85 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Espelette is to fly and line 46 bus which takes 5h 17m and costs €50 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Espelette?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Mendi Alde Bourg via San Sebastián - Bus Station and Halte Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Espelette?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Espelette. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at San Sebastian/Donostia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Madrid to Espelette?

The distance between Madrid and Espelette is 510 km. The road distance is 468 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Espelette without a car is to bus via Donostia / San Sebastián which takes 8h 33m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Madrid to Espelette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Espelette bus from?

Madrid to Espelette bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Espelette train from?

Madrid to Espelette train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Espelette?

The best way to get from Madrid to Espelette is to bus via Donostia / San Sebastián which takes 8h 33m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €70 - €120 and takes 9h.

Where does the Madrid to Espelette bus arrive?

Madrid to Espelette bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Madrid to Espelette train arrive?

Madrid to Espelette train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at San Sebastian/Donostia station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Espelette?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Espelette is 468 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Madrid to Espelette.

Where can I stay near Espelette?

There are 2302+ hotels available in Espelette.

Madrid to Espelette - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Madrid to Espelette by bus, train (Renfe), car, or plane

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Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián
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1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Alsa / ...
8h 33m
€40–81
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv / ...
9h
€74–111
Drive 468 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Espelettecar 468 km
5h 32m
€74–107
Fly to San Sebastián Airport, line 46 bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane MAD - EAS
2. Take the bus from Halte Routière to Mendi Alde Bourgbus
5h 17m
€51–302
Train via Burgos (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Burgos Rosa De Limatrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Burgos Rosa De Lima to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain 18061 / ...
9h 24m
€73–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
10h 26m
€43–89
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
2. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastiánbus
7h 25m
€51–176
Fly to Pamplona Airport, bus, line 46 bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Pamplona Airport (PNA)plane MAD - PNA
2. Take the bus from Pamplona to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
3. Take the bus from San Sebastián - Bus Station to Saint-Jean-de-Luzbus
4. Take the bus from Halte Routière to Mendi Alde Bourgbus
8h 14m
€68–385

Madrid to Espelette by bus

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Distance: 509.7 km
Duration: 8h 33m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián every 3 hours. Tickets cost €35–75 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €70–110 and the journey takes 5h 52m.

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