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Musée national du château de Pau
National museum inside Pau's royal castle, showcasing tapestries, apartments, and the story of Henri IV in a major historic setting.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Marseille to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Pau will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 3 buses from Marseille to Pau, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct buses cover the 465 km distance in an average of 9 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest buses will take 10 h 20 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.
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Buses from Marseille to Pau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 288 miles (465 km) distance in 7h 25m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Marseille to Pau.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Pau buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 11:00 AM Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles | 8h45 | 7:45 PM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Marseille to Pau with BlaBlaCar Bus and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with BlaBlaCar Bus and FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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National museum inside Pau's royal castle, showcasing tapestries, apartments, and the story of Henri IV in a major historic setting.
Fine arts museum with strong 19th-century collections, landscapes, and regional links. Compact, rewarding, and central to Pau's art scene.
Museum devoted to the French parachute troops, presenting military history, uniforms, and equipment with strong local connections.
Promenade with panoramic Pyrenees views, Belle Époque buildings, and benches. Pau's signature walking area and best first stop.
Linear route connecting key central sights with broad views, especially attractive at sunset and during leisurely evening strolls.
Formal park and event venue beside the congress center, valued for its lawns, trees, and elegant setting near central Pau.
Hearty bean, pork and duck stew from Béarn. A rustic regional classic long tied to farmhouse cooking in and around Pau.
Slow-cooked chicken in a creamy sauce with Jurançon wine, local mushrooms and aromatics. It showcases Béarn's famous sweet wine.
Sheep's milk cheese from the western Pyrenees, often served with black cherry jam. It is one of the area's most iconic food pairings.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in nearby Jurançon, known for refined Béarn produce, polished service and a scenic hillside setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant focused on generous Béarn and southwest specialties in a warm, convivial setting.
Historic brasserie in central Pau serving classic southwest dishes, seafood and regional wines in a grand Belle Époque room.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change is fine for cafes and taxis.
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Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) -> Pau Centre Bosquet, Pau
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

Most Marseille to Pau buses use the Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles to Pau, Lycée St John Perse station pair, with some services arriving at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). Use this guide to compare Marseille and Pau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Le Saint-Charles (in the station), Bistro Provence (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles.
Available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles: Elevators, ramps.
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence is 3 km from Marseille city centre. Public transport options include:
Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Brioche Dorée (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the terminal, offering cash withdrawal services.
Ticket office support is available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence.
Available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Marignane, Gare Routière Aéroport Marseille Provence: Elevators, ramps.
Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). ATMs are available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc).
Ticket office support is available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc).
Available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc): Accessible by ramps for low-floor buses.
Pau, Lycée St John Perse is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau, Lycée St John Perse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse. ATMs are available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse.
Ticket office support is available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse.
Available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Check bus stations information for Marseille and Pau, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.