The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Pau
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$211
Fastest journey
6 h 44 m
Average duration
8 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
445 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Pau will cost around $211 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Pau without transferring at least once.
3831+
85727:43 AM6h48Nantes station2:31 PMPau station$1091One-way1 transfer
3833+
857511:47 AM6h44Nantes station6:31 PMPau station$1521One-way1 transfer
12466 · 8415+
L52 (867232)12:09 PM7h34Nantes station7:43 PMPau station$2311One-way2 transfers
8874 · 8549+
D52 (867117)1:04 PM8h00Nantes station9:04 PMPau station$2741One-way2 transfers
12476+
37316:04 PM14h58Nantes station9:02 AMPau station$2901One-way1 transfer
3833+
857511:47 AM6h44Nantes station6:31 PMPau station$1521One-way1 transfer
3831+
85727:43 AM6h48Nantes station2:31 PMPau station$1091One-way1 transfer
12466 · 8415+
L52 (867232)12:09 PM7h34Nantes station7:43 PMPau station$2311One-way2 transfers
8874 · 8549+
D52 (867117)1:04 PM8h00Nantes station9:04 PMPau station$2741One-way2 transfers
12476+
37316:04 PM14h58Nantes station9:02 AMPau station$2901One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Pau
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 276 miles (445 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price | $185 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration Fastest 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 34m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Pau:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Pau costing on average $121 (€99).
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Pau costing on average $171 (€139).
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 40m.
Flight takes on average 11h 34m.
Tickets start at around $121 (€99) compared to roughly $185 (€150) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $64 (€52). The journey takes 8h 40m versus 5h 17m 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
Nantes to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Pau trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3831+ 8572 | On time 7:43 AM Nantes station | 6h48 | 2:31 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
8912 · 8575 | On time 9:04 AM Nantes station | 8h50 | 5:54 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
3833+ L52 (867232) | 11:47 AM Nantes station | 7h56 | 7:43 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
8874 · 8549+ L52 (867236) | 1:04 PM Nantes station | 8h05 | 9:09 PM Pau station | 2 transfers | |
12472 · 8593 | 3:04 PM Nantes station | 7h30 | 10:34 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
12476+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 6:04 PM Nantes station | 16h07 | 10:11 AM Pau station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Pau
Trains from Nantes to Pau run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 276 miles (445 km) distance in 6h 33m.
Distance 276 miles (445 km) |
Average train duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 33m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 9:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Nantes to Pau trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Nantes and Pau from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
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SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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 Nantes to Pau
- 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 Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
- 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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