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Musée national du château de Pau
National museum inside Pau's royal castle, showcasing tapestries, apartments, and the story of Henri IV in a major historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bilbao to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Pau will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 buses from Bilbao to Pau, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 207 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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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Buses from Bilbao to Pau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 3h 15m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bilbao to Pau.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Pau buses for today, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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8718 | 3:00 PM Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h20 | 7:20 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 6:50 AM Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea | 4h30 | 11:20 AM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bilbao to Pau with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Alsa. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Alsa. Regional buses available on this route with Alsa. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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National museum inside Pau's royal castle, showcasing tapestries, apartments, and the story of Henri IV in a major historic setting.
Fine arts museum with strong 19th-century collections, landscapes, and regional links. Compact, rewarding, and central to Pau's art scene.
Museum devoted to the French parachute troops, presenting military history, uniforms, and equipment with strong local connections.
Promenade with panoramic Pyrenees views, Belle Époque buildings, and benches. Pau's signature walking area and best first stop.
Linear route connecting key central sights with broad views, especially attractive at sunset and during leisurely evening strolls.
Formal park and event venue beside the congress center, valued for its lawns, trees, and elegant setting near central Pau.
Hearty bean, pork and duck stew from Béarn. A rustic regional classic long tied to farmhouse cooking in and around Pau.
Slow-cooked chicken in a creamy sauce with Jurançon wine, local mushrooms and aromatics. It showcases Béarn's famous sweet wine.
Sheep's milk cheese from the western Pyrenees, often served with black cherry jam. It is one of the area's most iconic food pairings.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in nearby Jurançon, known for refined Béarn produce, polished service and a scenic hillside setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant focused on generous Béarn and southwest specialties in a warm, convivial setting.
Historic brasserie in central Pau serving classic southwest dishes, seafood and regional wines in a grand Belle Époque room.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change is fine for cafes and taxis.
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Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) -> Pau Centre Bosquet, Pau
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Pau by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bilbao to Pau buses use the Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea to Pau, Lycée St John Perse station pair, with some services arriving at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). Use this guide to compare Bilbao and Pau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several nearby cafes and restaurants.
Wi-Fi is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea. ATMs are available at nearby locations.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea.
Available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea: Ramps and designated areas for accessibility.
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Bilbao city centre. Public transport options include:
Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Pau, Lycée St John Perse is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau, Lycée St John Perse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse. ATMs are available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse.
Ticket office support is available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse.
Available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). ATMs are available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc).
Ticket office support is available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc).
Available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc): Accessible by ramps for low-floor buses.
Check bus stations information for Bilbao and Pau, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.