The cheapest and fastest trains from Bourges to Pau
Cheapest price
$256
Average price
$264
Fastest journey
6 h 43 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bourges to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bourges to Pau will cost around $264 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $256.
It's difficult to get from Bourges to Pau without transferring at least 2 times.
1:13 PM8h29Bourges9:42 PMPau$2561One-way2 transfers
6:48 AM11h43Bourges6:31 PMPau$2681One-way2 transfers
3:46 PM6h43Bourges10:29 PMPau$2681One-way2 transfers
3:46 PM6h43Bourges10:29 PMPau$2681One-way2 transfers
1:13 PM8h29Bourges9:42 PMPau$2561One-way2 transfers
6:48 AM11h43Bourges6:31 PMPau$2681One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bourges to Pau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bourges to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $129.
Distance: 293 miles (473 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 18m Average total duration 16h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bourges to Pau:
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bourges to Pau costing on average $158 (€128).
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 48m.
Tickets start at around $158 (€128) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-45.80 (€-37.09). The journey takes 7h 3m versus 6h 39m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bourges to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Bourges to Pau trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:48 AM Bourges | 11h43 | 6:31 PM Pau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:13 PM Bourges | 8h29 | 9:42 PM Pau | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:46 PM Bourges | 6h43 | 10:29 PM Pau | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bourges to Pau
Trains from Bourges to Pau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $129 (€104) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 293 miles (473 km) distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 293 miles (473 km) |
Average train duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€104) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 0m |
First train 5:53 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bourges to Pau trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Bourges and Pau from $63 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Bourges to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bourges 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 Bourges to Pau
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare.
- Café Restaurant Louis XI
- Le Beauvoir
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- ibis Bourges
- Hotel de Bourbon Mercure Bourges
- Hotel Le Christina
- Located in the main hall
- 154 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
- 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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