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Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
Museum of Basque society and Bayonne history, with strong collections on daily life, culture and regional traditions in a restored historic house.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£19
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£29
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
2 h 17 m
Buses on 15 Oct
9
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Bayonne will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £19.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 9 buses from Bordeaux to Bayonne, including 9 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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95919Buses from Bordeaux to Bayonne run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 167 km |
Average bus duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Bayonne coaches for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3275 | 20:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h45 | 23:30 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
Normal | 2:30 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2h29 | 4:59 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 2:30 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2h29 | 4:59 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2h15 | 6:55 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
95927 | 5:10 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 3h00 | 8:10 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
3163 | 6:05 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h15 | 8:20 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2h45 | 10:30 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 2h10 | 10:30 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2h20 | 16:30 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
95919 | 15:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h25 | 17:45 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum of Basque society and Bayonne history, with strong collections on daily life, culture and regional traditions in a restored historic house.
Fine arts museum in the former town hall, showing paintings, drawings and temporary exhibitions in elegant rooms near the old centre.
Contemporary art centre inside a distinctive industrial building. Known for changing exhibitions and a strong focus on modern visual creation.
Lively historic quarter along the Nive, lined with colourful houses, arcades and river views. Excellent for wandering and people-watching.
Elegant main square framed by historic buildings and cafés nearby. A practical starting point for exploring the city centre on foot.
Pleasant riverside promenade with broad views, benches and regular local life. A relaxing route to appreciate Bayonne’s waterside setting.
Dry-cured ham from the Adour basin, prized for its gentle salt cure and long maturation. It is one of the Basque area’s signature foods.
Basque-style chicken stew with peppers, onions and Espelette chilli. A homely regional classic found across the French Basque Country.
Slow-cooked veal or beef stew with peppers, tomatoes and Bayonne ham. It is a traditional Sunday dish in Basque homes and inns.
Refined dining room focused on modern Basque cuisine with careful presentation and a calm, polished atmosphere.
Traditional Basque restaurant known for regional cooking, generous portions and a warm old-town atmosphere.
Popular market-side brasserie serving Basque classics, seafood and seasonal plates in a lively, informal setting.
Moderate for France: dining is fair, local buses are affordable, but summer stays near the coast can be pricier than similar inland towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard -> Place des Basques, Bayonne
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Bayonne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bayonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Bayonne buses use the Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes to Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard station pair, with some services arriving at Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Bayonne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km), Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for convenient cash withdrawal.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes.
Available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
Available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Elevators, ramps.
Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) is 5 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre). ATMs are available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre).
Ticket office support is available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre).
Available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre): Bus facilities accessible for disabled.
Bayonne, Gare routière is 1 km from Bayonne city centre. Public transport options include:
Bayonne, Gare routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bayonne, Gare routière. ATMs are available at Bayonne, Gare routière.
Ticket office support is available at Bayonne, Gare routière.
Available at Bayonne, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayonne, Gare routière: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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