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

The cheapest way to get from Tarbes to Bilbao is to bus via Pau which costs €24 - €45 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tarbes to Bilbao is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Tarbes and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tarbes and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Tarbes and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Tarbes to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Tarbes and arriving at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Hendaia and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Tarbes to Bilbao?

The distance between Tarbes and Bilbao is 303 km. The road distance is 291 km.

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

The best way to get from Tarbes to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs €25 - €45.

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

The bus from Tarbes to Bilbao Intermodal takes 4h 55m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Tarbes to Bilbao bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tarbes to Bilbao train from?

Tarbes to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Tarbes station.

Train or bus from Tarbes to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Tarbes to Bilbao is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs €25 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Tarbes to Bilbao bus arrive?

Tarbes to Bilbao bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Tarbes to Bilbao train arrive?

Tarbes to Bilbao train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Hendaye station.

Can I drive from Tarbes to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Tarbes to Bilbao is 291 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Tarbes to Bilbao.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tarbes to Bilbao Intermodalbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 55m
€25–45
Bus via Pau
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pau to Bilbaobus FlixBus N716 / ...
5h 15m
€24–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tarbes to St Jean De Luz Cibouretrain Intercités
2. Take the bus from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Bilbao Intermodalbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 34m
€41–77
Drive 291 km
1. Drive from Tarbes to Bilbaocar 291 km
2h 47m
€47–67
Train
1. Take the train from Tarbes to Hendayetrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Amara-Donostia to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbaotrain E1
6h 31m
€39–76

Tarbes to Bilbao by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 302.7 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Tarbes to Bilbao Intermodal twice daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tarbes to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 6h 31m.

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