The cheapest and fastest buses from Bordeaux to Pau
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Pau will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bordeaux for Pau on Mon, May 11, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
11:00 AM2h30Bordeaux1:30 PMPau$211One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM2h10Bordeaux4:20 PMPau$231One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM1h50Bordeaux3:30 PMPau$241One-way0 transfers
10:20 AM2h20Bordeaux12:40 PMPau$241One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM1h50Bordeaux4:40 PMPau$241One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM1h50Bordeaux3:30 PMPau$241One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM1h50Bordeaux4:40 PMPau$241One-way0 transfers
2:10 PM2h10Bordeaux4:20 PMPau$231One-way0 transfers
10:20 AM2h20Bordeaux12:40 PMPau$241One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM2h30Bordeaux1:30 PMPau$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Pau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 $16, and a flight costs an average of $133.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price | $359 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Pau:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Pau costing on average $40 (€31).
A bus is $329 (€262) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Pau costing on average $359 (€286).
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 55m.
Bus takes on average 3h 27m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $85 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€44). The journey takes 3h 27m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Bordeaux to Pau Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Live departures
Bordeaux to Pau bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Pau buses for today, Sunday, May 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 6h15 | 8:25 PM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 transfer | |
54049 | 8:25 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 2h35 | 11:00 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 11 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 6h50 | 11:00 AM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 5h15 | 11:20 AM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Pau
Buses from Bordeaux to Pau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar from Bordeaux to PauYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Pau with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bordeaux to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Pau by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Wheelchair accessible buses are available on select routes, and equipment used by disabled persons is not considered luggage.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and train service, with fees often applied for cancellations made closer to departure.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- SNCF | Autocar
- You can take up to two pieces of luggage (max 70 x 90 x 50 cm each) and one hand luggage (max 40 x 30 x 15 cm).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee, and items exceeding standard dimensions or number may incur fines of €50 to €150.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- SNCF | Autocar
- Small pets in carriers (max 45 x 30 x 25 cm, under 10 kg) are allowed for a fee, and larger dogs on a leash must be muzzled and pay half the 2nd class fare.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bordeaux to Pau
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
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