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Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
The leading museum for Basque culture in France, covering regional history, traditions, language, and daily life in a large riverside historic building.
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 26 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marseille to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bayonne will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 6 buses that leave Marseille for Bayonne on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 555 km distance in an average of 11 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 13 h 5 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.
50488 · 8717
50486 · 3169
FlixBus
51027 · 95929
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50488 · 8717
50488 · 8717
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51027 · 95929Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Bayonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $84.
Distance: 344 miles (555 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price | $209 Average price |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Bayonne:
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Bayonne costing on average $112 (€92).
A bus is $166 (€136) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Bayonne costing on average $209 (€171).
Other travel options to Bayonne take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 5m.
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Bayonne buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 10h05 | 9:05 PM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 0 transfersDirect | |
50486 · 3169 | 12:35 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 13h15 | 1:50 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 transfer | |
51027 · 95929 | 8:55 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 13h05 | 10:00 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 transfer | |
50488 · 8717 | 11:55 PM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 11h20 | 11:15 AM Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Marseille to Bayonne run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 344 miles (555 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 344 miles (555 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Bayonne — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bayonne trip today.
The leading museum for Basque culture in France, covering regional history, traditions, language, and daily life in a large riverside historic building.
Bayonne's fine arts museum, known for its collections of paintings, drawings, and works linked to major European artists; a major cultural reference in the city.
An urban and contemporary art venue known for street-art-oriented programming, popular with younger visitors and those seeking a modern creative side of Bayonne.
The lively historic quarter known for narrow streets, old houses, culture, and nightlife. It is one of the best areas for absorbing Bayonne's atmosphere on foot.
The city's historic core, home to major monuments, shopping streets, and traditional urban scenery. It is the essential area for a first visit.
A scenic riverside stretch with colorful facades and waterside views, popular for walking and photography and frequently seen in visitor images of Bayonne.
Dry-cured ham from the Adour basin, lightly salted and matured. It is Bayonne’s signature product and one of the most famous foods of the French Basque region.
A Basque dish of peppers, tomatoes, onions, and Espelette pepper, often served with eggs or ham. In Bayonne it is a classic expression of local produce and seasoning.
A traditional Basque stew, usually made with finely chopped veal, onions, peppers, and Espelette pepper. It is hearty, rustic, and deeply tied to regional home cooking.
Well-regarded restaurant with a cozy atmosphere, known for generous Southwestern French and Basque dishes made with regional ingredients.
Historic and refined restaurant in central Bayonne serving polished Basque cuisine in an elegant, established setting.
Traditional Bayonne institution known for classic Basque dishes, especially regional meats and local specialties, in a warm old-town setting.
Prices are moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while fine dining and summer stays cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Tip small change in cafés; round up taxi fares.
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Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard -> Gare de Bayonne
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