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Compare train and bus for Caen to Pau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Caen to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $142.
Distance: 406 miles (654 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$191 Average price | $110 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 13m Average total duration Fastest 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 45m Average total duration 14h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Caen to Pau:
A bus is $81 (€66) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Caen to Pau costing on average $191 (€157).
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 15m.
Tickets start at around $191 (€157) compared to roughly $266 (€218) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $75 (€62). The journey takes 9h 43m versus 7h 48m 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
Caen to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Pau trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:59 PM Caen | 14h52 | 7:51 AM Pau | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Pau
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Trains from Caen to Pau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€116) but you can travel from only $79 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 406 miles (654 km) distance in 7h 42m.
Distance 406 miles (654 km) |
Average train duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€116) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 42m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Caen to Pau trainsSNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Caen and Pau from $79 (€65). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Caen to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen 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 Caen to Pau
Most Caen to Pau trains use the Gare de Caen to Pau station pair. Use this guide to compare Caen and Pau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Caen station do trains to Pau leave from?
Getting to Gare de Caen from Caen city centre
Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Caen train station facilities and services
Gare de Caen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de la Gare, La Ficelle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Caen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Caen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Caen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Caen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Caen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol, Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare, Hotel de la Paix.
Which Pau station do trains from Caen arrive at?
Getting to Pau from Pau city centre
Pau train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Le Berry, Les Papilles Insolites
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parc Beaumont, Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet, Hotel Le Bourbon.
Most popular train connections from Caen
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