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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
$137
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
22 h 30 m
Average duration
22 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
893 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Bayonne will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
Of the 2 buses that leave Zurich for Bayonne on Wed, Jun 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct buses cover the 893 km distance in an average of 22 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 30 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest buses will take 22 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bayonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, and a train costs an average of $162.
Distance: 554 miles (893 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$157 Average price Cheapest | $262 Average price | $238 Average price |
24h 54m Average total duration 24h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 47m Average total duration 13h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 59m Average total duration Fastest 7h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Bayonne:
A bus is $82 (€66) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Bayonne costing on average $238 (€193).
A bus is $105 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bayonne costing on average $262 (€212).
Other travel options to Bayonne take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 17m.
Bus takes on average 24h 24m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $144 |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Bayonne buses for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:50 PM Zurich | 27h40 | 9:30 PM Bayonne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Zurich to Bayonne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 554 miles (893 km) distance in 22h 30m.
Distance 554 miles (893 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 22h 30m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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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