Getting There and Away

Written by Camille Laurent, Celine Fournier, Marcus Kayode, Sebastien Simon
29/08/2025
Villa Belza overlooking the vibrant coast of Biarritz, France, a perfect blend of nature and architecture.
Dany B., Pexels

Biarritz is served by Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ), located approximately 5 kilometers from the city center, and the main train station, Gare de Biarritz (also known as Biarritz-la-Négresse), situated about 3 kilometers south of the city center. Various bus stations, including Biarritz (Iraty) and those at the airport and city center, facilitate regional and intercity travel.

By Air:

Flights land at Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ), a convenient entry point situated just 5 minutes from the city center. Direct flights are available from major European cities, including Paris (CDG, ORY), London (Stansted), Dublin, Brussels, Milan, Edinburgh, Nice, Lyon, Geneva, and Marseille, with airlines such as Air France, Ryanair, easyJet, Transavia France, and SWISS. Flight durations range from approximately 1 hour 25 minutes from Paris to Biarritz, and about 1 hour 50 minutes from London. One-way ticket prices can start from around $37 (€32) for flights from London and $63 (€57) from Paris, with round-trip options beginning around $79. For further international access, San Sebastian Airport is a 30-minute drive, and Bilbao Airport, while further, often offers more frequent and cheaper flights, requiring a bus transfer to Biarritz. From Biarritz Airport, travelers can reach the city center via Txik Txak public buses (Line 11), costing around €1-€2, a shuttle service for €10-€20 (taking 30-40 minutes), or a taxi for €20-€30.

By Train:

Biarritz is accessible via Gare de Biarritz, with services including high-speed TGV, Intercités, and regional TER trains operated by SNCF. Direct TGV trains connect Paris Montparnasse to Biarritz in approximately 4 hours 3 minutes to 5.5 hours, with tickets starting from €10.31 - €35.99. Regional trains offer connections from Bordeaux (around 2 hours, from €10.74), Bayonne (from €3.87), Dax, Hendaye, and Toulouse. Upon arrival, local Txik Txak buses (Line 5 or 12) provide transport to the city center in about 11 minutes, or taxis are available at an indicative cost of €9-€11.

By Bus:

Extensive bus services connect Biarritz, including the local Txik Txak network for surrounding areas and intercity coaches like FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Alsa for longer distances. Local fares can be as low as €0.99 for regional travel. Routes from Bayonne to Biarritz take approximately 20 minutes and cost around €3-€5. Long-distance connections include Paris, with tickets starting from €26-€29 and travel times as fast as 4 hours 3 minutes with services like Blablabus.

By Car:

Driving to Biarritz offers flexibility for exploring the Basque Country. A drive from Calais typically takes around 10 hours and 25 minutes (1,067 km), while from London, it is approximately 12 hours 45 minutes (766 miles). Car rental services are conveniently available at Biarritz airport and train station. However, be aware that driving within Biarritz during peak season can be challenging due to narrow streets and parking.

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