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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Pau
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 12 trains that leave Bordeaux for Pau on Tue, Jun 16, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
85718:54 AM2h03Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:57 AMPau station$351One-way0 transfers- 857212:20 PM2h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean2:31 PMPau station$421One-way0 transfers
- 85938:20 PM2h09Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:29 PMPau station$421One-way0 transfers
D52 (867224)1:22 PM2h23Bordeaux-Saint-Jean3:45 PMPau station$531One-way0 transfers- L52 (867104)7:24 PM2h18Bordeaux-Saint-Jean9:42 PMPau station$531One-way0 transfers
- 85718:54 AM2h03Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:57 AMPau station$351One-way0 transfers
- 85938:20 PM2h09Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:29 PMPau station$421One-way0 transfers
- 857212:20 PM2h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean2:31 PMPau station$421One-way0 transfers
- 85754:20 PM2h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean6:31 PMPau station$571One-way0 transfers
- 8549+L52 (867254)6:18 PM2h17Bordeaux-Saint-Jean8:35 PMPau station$721One-way1 transfer
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 $17. 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 $17, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $326 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Pau costing on average $43 (€34).
A bus is $295 (€239) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Pau costing on average $326 (€263).
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 55m.
Bus takes on average 3h 24m.
The journey is about 4m faster (2h 15m by train vs 2h 19m by car) and roughly $41 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($43 (€34) vs $83 (€68)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Pau trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L51 (866461) · L52 (867250) | 3:19 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h24 | 5:43 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
| 8575 | On time 4:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 6:31 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L52 (867234) | 5:19 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h25 | 7:44 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8549+L52 (867254) | 6:18 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h17 | 8:35 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
| L51 (866463) · L52 (867256) | 6:44 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h30 | 9:14 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
| L52 (867104) | 7:24 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h18 | 9:42 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8593 | 8:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 10:29 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 16 | |||||
| L52 (867212) | 8:19 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h27 | 10:46 AM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8571 | 8:54 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h03 | 10:57 AM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| D51 (866453) · L52 (867246) | 10:19 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3h14 | 1:33 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
| 8572 | 12:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 2:31 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| D52 (867224) | 1:22 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h23 | 3:45 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Pau
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Trains from Bordeaux to Pau run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 9:22 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bordeaux to Pau trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Bordeaux and Pau from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Pau by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Pau
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Avenue Jean Biray.
- Le Berry
- Les Papilles Insolites
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Parc Beaumont
- Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet
- Hotel Le Bourbon
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and national connections
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