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Musée Jeanne d'Albret
Main local museum presenting Orthez history, archaeology, art, and Béarn traditions in a compact civic collection.
Cheapest price
$2
Average price
$2
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
39 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pau to Orthez is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Orthez will cost around $2 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Of the 6 buses that leave Pau for Orthez on Wed, Aug 05, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 39 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 4 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.










Buses from Pau to Orthez run on average 5 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:10, the last at 15:50. The fastest bus covers the 24 miles (39 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 24 miles (39 km) |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 4m |
First bus 8:10 AM |
Last bus 3:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Réseau Interurbain 64 | Departure Time 06:38AM | Arrival Time 07:42AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Réseau Interurbain 64 | Departure Time 07:53AM | Arrival Time 08:57AM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Réseau Interurbain 64 | Departure Time 11:23AM | Arrival Time 12:27PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Réseau Interurbain 64 | Departure Time 01:38PM | Arrival Time 02:42PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Réseau Interurbain 64 | Departure Time 05:12PM | Arrival Time 06:17PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Pyrénées-Atlantiques - Réseau Interurbain 64 | Departure Time 06:28PM | Arrival Time 07:32PM | Duration 1h04 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Orthez buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 PM Pau | 0h10 | 8:40 PM Orthez | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 6:38 AM Pau | 1h04 | 7:42 AM Orthez | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:53 AM Pau | 1h04 | 8:57 AM Orthez | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:23 AM Pau | 1h04 | 12:27 PM Orthez | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:38 PM Pau | 1h04 | 2:42 PM Orthez | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:12 PM Pau | 1h05 | 6:17 PM Orthez | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main local museum presenting Orthez history, archaeology, art, and Béarn traditions in a compact civic collection.
Exhibition venue for temporary art shows and cultural programming in a heritage setting near the old center.
Municipal gallery space used for rotating exhibitions by regional artists, useful for a quick cultural stop.
Historic main square in central Orthez, lively for walks and surrounded by heritage buildings and local shops.
Old town streets around the bridge and church, ideal for discovering medieval character and local architecture.
Popular riverside walking area with scenic views of the Pont Vieux and the Gave de Pau.
Duck confit slowly cooked in its own fat, a Béarn and Southwest staple prized for rich flavor and traditional farmhouse preservation methods.
Chicken stewed with peppers, tomatoes, onions and Espelette pepper. A Basque-Béarn classic found across the region near Orthez.
Hearty white bean stew with duck, pork and sausage. This Southwest comfort dish reflects the rustic cooking traditions of Béarn.
Refined restaurant hotel venue favored for polished French cooking and a more upscale atmosphere near Orthez.
Traditional restaurant in Orthez known for regional Southwest dishes and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Established casual dining spot serving French cuisine and regional specialties in a friendly setting.
Moderate for France: lodging and dining are usually below big-city prices, while local transit needs are limited in this small town.
Service is included in France. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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A64 Sortie 8, Orthez -> Place d'Armes, Orthez
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