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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
$23
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Bayonne will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 12 trains that leave Bordeaux for Bayonne on Tue, Jun 16, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 167 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
L51 (866461)
L51 (866413)
L51 (866463)
D51 (866425)
L51 (866435)
8537
8531
8549
8551
D51 (866453)Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Bayonne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $184.
Distance: 103 miles (167 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$38 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $355 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 36m Average total duration 12h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Bayonne:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Bayonne costing on average $38 (€31).
A bus is $340 (€275) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Bayonne costing on average $355 (€288).
Other travel options to Bayonne take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 26m.
Flight takes on average 12h 36m.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Bayonne trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L51 (866409) | 6:16 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h15 | 8:31 AM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L51 (866413) | 8:19 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h03 | 10:22 AM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8531 | 9:20 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h45 | 11:05 AM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D51 (866453) | 10:19 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h53 | 12:12 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8537 | 12:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h45 | 2:05 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D51 (866425) | 1:22 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h58 | 3:20 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L51 (866461) | 3:19 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 5:30 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8575+ F51 (866539) | 4:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h08 | 6:28 PM Bayonne station | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866435) | 5:19 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h01 | 7:20 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8549 | 6:18 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h47 | 8:05 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L51 (866463) | 6:44 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h59 | 8:43 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8551 | 8:53 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h47 | 10:40 PM Bayonne station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bordeaux to Bayonne run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (167 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 103 miles (167 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 10:33 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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