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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
€32
Average ticket price on Sep 15
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 15
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
2 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 15
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 €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 12 trains from Bordeaux to Pau, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 24 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.
8593
L52 (867208)
D51 (866453) · L52 (867246)
F41+ (866227) · D51 (455625) · D52 (867224)
L52 (867212)
8593
8575
8549+
L52 (867254)
L52 (867104)
L51 (866461) · L52 (867250)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 an average ticket price of €36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, while a flight costs an average of €612.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€42 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €612 Average price | €68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 2h 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 |
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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 €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Pau costing on average €42.
A bus is €576 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Pau costing on average €612.
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 54m.
Bus takes on average 4h 18m.
Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €25. The journey takes 2h 20m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Pau trains for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
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 | |
L51 (866449) · L52 (867240) | 5:05 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h28 | 7:33 AM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
L52 (867208) | 6:16 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h27 | 8:43 AM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L52 (867212) | 8:19 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h28 | 10:47 AM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D51 (866453) · L52 (867246) | 10:20 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3h13 | 1:33 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
F41+ (866227) · D51 (455625) · D52 (867224) | 12:03 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3h49 | 3:52 PM Pau station | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bordeaux to Pau run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €13 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 0m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 9:22 PM |
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Discover the best of Pau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pau trip today.
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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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.

Most Bordeaux to Pau trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Pau station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Pau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
Pau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Berry, Les Papilles Insolites
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parc Beaumont, Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet, Hotel Le Bourbon.
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