What is the cheapest way to get from Marseille to Basque Country?

The cheapest way to get from Marseille to Basque Country is to bus via Toulouse which costs €50 - €95 and takes 11h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Marseille to Basque Country?

The fastest way to get from Marseille to Basque Country is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs €85 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Marseille and Basque Country?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Marseille and arriving at San Sebastian / Donostia. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Marseille and Basque Country?

No, there is no direct train from Marseille to Basque Country. However, there are services departing from Marseille St Charles and arriving at Amara-Donostia via Toulouse Matabiau and Hendaia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Marseille to Basque Country?

The distance between Marseille and Basque Country is 802 km. The road distance is 723.1 km.

How do I travel from Marseille to Basque Country without a car?

The best way to get from Marseille to Basque Country without a car is to train which takes 10h and costs €130 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Marseille to Basque Country?

It takes approximately 10h to get from Marseille to Basque Country, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marseille to Basque Country bus from?

Marseille to Basque Country bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Marseille station.

Where do I catch the Marseille to Basque Country train from?

Marseille to Basque Country train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Marseille St Charles station.

Train, bus or fly from Marseille to Basque Country?

The best way to get from Marseille to Basque Country is to train which takes 10h and costs €130 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €95 and takes 11h 35m, you could also fly, which costs €110 - €370 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Marseille to Basque Country bus arrive?

Marseille to Basque Country bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at San Sebastian / Donostia station.

Where does the Marseille to Basque Country train arrive?

Marseille to Basque Country train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Can I drive from Marseille to Basque Country?

Yes, the driving distance between Marseille to Basque Country is 723 km. It takes approximately 7h 2m to drive from Marseille to Basque Country.

How do I get a bus ticket from Marseille to Basque Country?

Book your Marseille to Basque Country bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Basque Country?

There are 1695+ hotels available in Basque Country.

Marseille to Basque Country - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Marseille to Basque Country by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Toulouse Matabiautrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Hendayetrain Intercités
10h
€136–238
Bus via Toulouse
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Marseille - Saint-Charles Bus Station to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to San Sebastián - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
11h 50m
€52–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marseille to San Sebastian / Donostiabus FlixBus N1137 / ...
11h 35m
€60–95
Drive 723.1 km
1. Drive from Marseille to Donostia / San Sebastiáncar 723.1 km
7h 2m
€118–170
Fly Marseille Provence Airport to San Sebastián Airport
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane MRS - EAS
6h 16m
€112–367
Train via Bayonne
1. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Toulouse Matabiautrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Bayonnetrain Intercités
10h 34m
€137–234
Fly Marseille Provence Airport to Bilbao Airport
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MRS - BIO
7h 26m
€64–223
Train to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport
1. Take the train from Marseille-Saint-Charles to Nice-Saint-Augustintrain
2. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane NCE - BIQ
6h 27m
€152–363
Fly Marseille Provence Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane MRS - BIQ
3h 54m
€89–331
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport
1. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane LYS - BIQ
4h 46m
€114–415
Fly Marseille Provence Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MRS - BOD
2. Take the train from Facture Biganos to Hendayetrain
6h 57m
€84–248
Fly Marseille Provence Airport to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane MRS - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Bayonnetrain
8h 52m
€124–331

Marseille to Basque Country by train

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Distance: 801.9 km
Duration: 10h

What companies run services between Marseille, France and Basque Country, Spain?

You can take a train from Marseille St Charles to Amara-Donostia via Toulouse Matabiau, Hendaye, and Hendaia in around 10h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Marseille to San Sebastian / Donostia once daily. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 11h 35m.

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