Pamplona's compact old town walks in 15 minutes. Renfe AVE connects Madrid (1h45) and the new Y-Vasca corridor will reach Bilbao in 30 min by 2027. Alsa buses run hourly to San Sebastián (1h15) and Bilbao (2h).
Direct Alvia trains Madrid Chamartín — Pamplona in 3h, with the new AVE Madrid-Pamplona launched 2024 cutting time to 1h45. Station is 2 km north of the centre.
💡 Bus 9 from the station to Plaza del Castillo in 12 min (1.30 EUR). Small dogs in carrier travel free on the city bus.
Transporte Urbano Comarcal — 22 lines covering Pamplona and metropolitan area. Useful for reaching Yamaguchi park, the train station, and the suburbs.
💡 Most visitors won't use buses — the old town walks in 15 min. Bus is most useful for the airport (line 16, 25 min).
Local taxi cooperative covering the city, airport (PNA, 7 km south, ~15 EUR fixed) and San Sebastián/Bilbao transfers. Pet-friendly drivers identifiable on phone booking.
💡 Call +34 948 35 13 35. Avoid taxi during San Fermines — 90% of streets are closed.
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