The cheapest and fastest trains from Le Mans to Tarbes
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
15 h 26 m
Average duration
15 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Le Mans to Tarbes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Le Mans to Tarbes will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
Of the 2 trains that leave Le Mans for Tarbes on Thu, Jul 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 530 km distance in an average of 15 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 26 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 15 h 49 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.
4:49 PM15h49Le Mans8:38 AMTarbes$1501One-way0 transfers
3:49 PM15h26Le Mans7:15 AMTarbes$1921One-way0 transfers
3:49 PM15h26Le Mans7:15 AMTarbes$1921One-way0 transfers
4:49 PM15h49Le Mans8:38 AMTarbes$1501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Le Mans to Tarbes
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Le Mans to Tarbes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $64. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $64, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 329 miles (530 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Le Mans to Tarbes:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Le Mans to Tarbes costing on average $147 (€121).
Other travel options to Tarbes take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 13m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (6h 16m by train vs 6h 34m by car). Tickets start at around $147 (€121) compared to roughly $121 (€100) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Le Mans to Tarbes train times
The table below shows live departures for Le Mans to Tarbes trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:49 PM Le Mans | 15h49 | 7:38 AM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:44 PM Le Mans | 14h54 | 7:38 AM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:49 PM Le Mans | 15h49 | 8:38 AM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Le Mans to Tarbes
Trains from Le Mans to Tarbes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€94) but you can travel from only $64 (€52) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:31, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 329 miles (530 km) distance in 6h 38m.
Distance 329 miles (530 km) |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€94) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 38m |
First train 6:31 AM |
Last train 8:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Le Mans to Tarbes trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Le Mans and Tarbes from $64 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Le Mans to Tarbes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Le Mans to Tarbes 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 Tarbes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Le Mans to Tarbes
Most Le Mans to Tarbes trains use the Le Mans to Tarbes station pair. Use this guide to compare Le Mans and Tarbes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Le Mans station do trains to Tarbes leave from?
Getting to Le Mans from Le Mans city centre
Le Mans train station facilities and services
Le Mans 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: L'Un des Sens, Le Grenier à Sel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Le Mans. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Le Mans. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Le Mans: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Le Mans: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Mans: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Le Mans Centre, Ibis Le Mans Centre, Hôtel Concordia Le Mans Centre Gare.
Which Tarbes station do trains from Le Mans arrive at?
Getting to Tarbes from Tarbes city centre
Tarbes is 1 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes train station facilities and services
Tarbes 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 Patati, L'Aragon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tarbes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tarbes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tarbes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tarbes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarbes: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Le Rex Hotel, ibis Tarbes Odos, Hôtel Foch.
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