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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 20 Oct
£23
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£32
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
5 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
6 h 8 m
Buses on 20 Oct
10
Distance
387 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bayonne will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 10 buses from Madrid to Bayonne, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 387 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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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NormalBuses from Madrid to Bayonne run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 387 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 387 km |
Average bus duration 7h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 4 days |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Bayonne coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 15:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h59 | 22:29 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h59 | 22:29 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h44 | 22:29 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h44 | 22:29 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h30 | 2:50 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h05 | 2:50 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
3160 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h20 | 4:50 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h20 | 4:50 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h20 | 4:50 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h50 | 4:50 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h50 | 4:50 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h00 | 7:35 Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h36 | 7:35 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 Madrid 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 Madrid to Bayonne buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard station pair, with some services arriving at Bayonne, Gare routière. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Bayonne bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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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