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Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
Bayonne's leading museum for Basque culture and city history, housed in a fine listed building beside the river.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Irun to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irun to Bayonne will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 1 buses from Irun to Bayonne, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 29 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 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 Irun to Bayonne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $7 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 18 miles (29 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 18 miles (29 km) |
Average bus duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Irun to Bayonne.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:01PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h59 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Irun to Bayonne buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:30 PM Irun | 0h30 | 4:00 PM Bayonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bayonne's leading museum for Basque culture and city history, housed in a fine listed building beside the river.
Interactive museum on Bayonne's famous chocolate tradition, with exhibits on trade, craft, and local identity.
Museum dedicated to Léon Bonnat and fine arts collections in Bayonne; a major cultural institution undergoing redevelopment.
Lively riverside embankment lined with colorful facades, markets, and walking routes; one of Bayonne's most photogenic urban scenes.
Historic quarter around the cathedral and civic buildings, ideal for wandering narrow streets, heritage facades, and small squares.
Main pedestrian shopping street in the old town, known for historic arcades and easy access to major monuments and boutiques.
Dry-cured ham from the Adour basin, prized for mild saltiness and long aging. It is one of Bayonne’s signature foods and a cornerstone of Basque cuisine.
Dark chocolate made in Bayonne’s long chocolate-making tradition, introduced centuries ago. The city is widely regarded as France’s historic chocolate capital.
Basque-style chicken stew with peppers, onions, tomatoes, and Espelette pepper. A beloved regional home-style dish served across Bayonne and the French Basque Country.
Refined Basque dining in the old town, known for polished seasonal cooking and an intimate setting near Bayonne’s historic center.
Historic chocolate house and tea room famous for Bayonne chocolate, pastries, and a belle époque atmosphere. Ideal for dessert or a light break.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving generous Basque specialties in a lively, classic brasserie atmosphere in central Bayonne.
Moderate for France: lodging and dining cost less than Paris, but summer prices rise. Local buses are affordable and many casual meal options are reasonably priced.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard -> Bayonne Mairie, Bayonne
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