Getting Around Biarritz with a Dog

Biarritz is a compact town and many of its key spots — the promenade, Port-Vieux, the market, the central parks — are walkable from the main hotel zones. But for visiting the surrounding Basque Country or reaching the southern beaches, public transport and taxis become relevant. The local bus network is called Txik Txak and covers Biarritz, Anglet, and Bayonne (the BAB conurbation). Dogs are allowed on Txik Txak buses if they are carried in a transport carrier or bag and do not occupy a seat. Larger dogs travelling without a carrier are not generally permitted on buses, though individual driver discretion applies. The SNCF train from Biarritz station connects to Bayonne (8 min), Hendaye on the Spanish border (30 min), and Bordeaux (2h). Dogs under 6kg travel free in a carrier on SNCF. Dogs over 6kg require a half-price ticket and must be muzzled on regional trains. Taxis and private hire vehicles in Biarritz are a reliable option for larger dogs — confirm when booking.