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Musée Basque et de l'Histoire de Bayonne
The leading museum on Basque culture and Bayonne history, with rich collections on daily life, crafts, traditions, and the port city’s past.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
515 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rennes to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Bayonne will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 5 buses that leave Rennes for Bayonne on Sat, Jun 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 515 km distance in an average of 9 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 11 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Bayonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 320 miles (515 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $204 Average price |
8h 48m Average total duration Fastest 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 39m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Bayonne:
A bus is $138 (€111) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Bayonne costing on average $185 (€149).
A bus is $157 (€127) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Bayonne costing on average $204 (€165).
Other travel options to Bayonne take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 29m.
Flight takes on average 11h 39m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 02:59AM | Duration 9h49 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 03:59AM | Duration 9h49 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Bayonne buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 AM Rennes | 9h45 | 3:45 PM Bayonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Rennes | 11h25 | 1:00 AM Bayonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM Rennes | 9h49 | 3:59 AM Bayonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Rennes | 8h15 | 2:55 AM Bayonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Rennes | 8h35 | 4:55 AM Bayonne | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Rennes to Bayonne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 320 miles (515 km) distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 320 miles (515 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
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 on Basque culture and Bayonne history, with rich collections on daily life, crafts, traditions, and the port city’s past.
Bayonne’s fine arts museum, known for major European paintings, drawings, and collections linked to Léon Bonnat. A key cultural institution in the city.
A small museum experience on Bayonne’s chocolate-making heritage, explaining local traditions and production methods tied to the city’s famous confectionery history.
The most atmospheric historic quarter, known for lively streets, traditional buildings, street art, and a strong local identity. A core area to explore on foot.
The elegant historic center around the cathedral and main shopping streets, ideal for seeing Bayonne’s classic urban character and heritage.
A picturesque riverside promenade popular for strolling, views, and photos of colorful buildings along the Nive.
Dry-cured ham from the Adour basin, protected by PGI status and one of Bayonne’s signature foods.
Basque pepper, tomato, and onion stew, often served with eggs or ham; a classic regional home-style dish.
Traditional Basque minced veal stew cooked with onions and Espelette pepper, especially linked to nearby Labourd.
Established Bayonne address offering refined southwestern and Basque cuisine in a cozy, polished setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant in Bayonne, appreciated for Basque regional dishes and a warm bistrot atmosphere.
Classic restaurant known for regional specialties, especially Basque and southwestern dishes, in a traditional dining room.
Moderate for France: casual meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels and upscale dining cost more in peak season.
Service is included by law. Tipping is not required, but leaving 5-10% or rounding up for good service is appreciated. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
Official public transport app
Bayonne, Quai de Lesseps / Chem. de Saint-Bernard -> Gare de Bayonne
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