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Musée Pyrénéen de Lourdes
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$1
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$9
Fastest journey on Sep 05
25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
25 m
Trains on Sep 05
11
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pau to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Lourdes will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 11 trains from Pau to Lourdes, including 11 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 26 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.
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D52 (867230)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pau to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, while a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 21 miles (34 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Pau to Lourdes:
A train is $7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pau to Lourdes costing on average $17.
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Bus takes on average 54m.
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (26m by train vs 45m by car). Tickets start at around $10 compared to roughly $9 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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.
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Lourdes trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8590 | On time 8:31 PM Pau station | 0h26 | 8:57 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L52 (867238) | 10:01 PM Pau station | 0h28 | 10:29 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8593 | On time 10:33 PM Pau station | 0h26 | 10:59 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
872732 | 6:59 AM Pau station | 0h27 | 7:26 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14140 | 7:56 AM Pau station | 0h29 | 8:25 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8571 | 11:01 AM Pau station | 0h25 | 11:26 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14142 | 12:11 PM Pau station | 0h25 | 12:36 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8572 | 2:35 PM Pau station | 0h25 | 3:00 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14148 | 4:11 PM Pau station | 0h25 | 4:36 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D52 (867230) | 5:40 PM Pau station | 0h26 | 6:06 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8575 | 5:57 PM Pau station | 0h27 | 6:24 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14150 | 6:13 PM Pau station | 0h29 | 6:42 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pau to Lourdes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $1 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:18, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 21 miles (34 km) distance in 24m.
Distance 21 miles (34 km) |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 1:18 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Discover the best of Lourdes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lourdes trip today.
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Wax museum with life-size scenes from Bernadette’s story and the life of Christ. Popular with pilgrims seeking an easy visual introduction.
Museum retracing Bernadette’s life, the apparitions, and Lourdes in the 19th century. Helpful for visitors wanting historical context before the sanctuary.
Main processional esplanade in front of the basilicas. A grand pedestrian area that captures the scale and atmosphere of Lourdes pilgrimage.
Green riverside route running through Lourdes, ideal for a peaceful walk away from the busiest pilgrimage streets and traffic.
Historic market square and local gathering place in the old town. Worth visiting for its everyday atmosphere and central location.
A hearty Pyrenean stew of white beans, confit duck, pork and sausage. It is a regional classic that reflects southwest France’s rustic mountain cooking.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, prized across Gascony and the Hautes-Pyrénées for its rich flavor and traditional preservation method.
A thick cabbage-based soup with beans, potatoes and often duck confit or ham. It is a comforting Bigorre and Pyrenean staple in colder months.
Traditional French restaurant known for southwest regional dishes and a warm, classic setting near the sanctuary area.
Established hotel restaurant offering refined regional cuisine and attentive service in an elegant dining room.
Well-regarded casual French restaurant serving regional specialties, grills and generous plates in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: pilgrim demand can raise hotel prices in peak season, but dining is fairly reasonable and Lourdes is walkable, keeping local transport costs low.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Lourdes -> Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Lourdes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pau to Lourdes 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 Lourdes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pau to Lourdes trains use the Pau to Lourdes station pair. Use this guide to compare Pau and Lourdes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Lourdes 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 Navarre, Restaurant Alexandra
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lourdes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lourdes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lourdes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lourdes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourdes: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint Sauveur, Hotel Panorama, Hotel Roissy.
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