Don't worry too much about October. It's actually one of the best months to ride in the North of Spain as the weather tends to stabilise after storms in September put paid to summer ...
The scenery is also lovely with the best of the autumn tints and the lower sunlight during the day brings out the best of the landscape IMHO.
You also have roads that are even more empty than usual - important in the Picos, less so in the Pyrenees - but note that most campings will close after the big national holiday on October 15th. It's also jolly cold at night ...
It's always best to stay on the Spanish side of the Pyrenees as the north face is prone to fogs, drizzle, etc. at that time - actually anytime! - and in Spain there's more accommodation, which is also cheaper, and of course the food's much better!
Your aim of 150-200 miles per day is just about right - do explore the lesser roads, not just the 'classics' like the N-260.
REgs
Simon
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