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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rennes to Pau
Cheapest price
$199
Average price
$286
Fastest journey
6 h 43 m
Average duration
8 h 30 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
545 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rennes to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rennes to Pau will cost around $286 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $199.
It's difficult to get from Rennes to Pau without transferring at least once.
8052 · 85727:48 AM6h43Rennes station2:31 PMPau station$1991One-way1 transfer- 8090 · 8415+
L52 (867232)12:50 PM6h53Rennes station7:43 PMPau station$2691One-way2 transfers - 8720 · 8549+D52 (867117)1:35 PM7h29Rennes station9:04 PMPau station$2851One-way2 transfers
- 8722 · 85933:35 PM6h54Rennes station10:29 PMPau station$3311One-way1 transfer
- 8642+
3751+
8727337:35 PM14h30Rennes station10:05 AMPau station$3471One-way2 transfers
- 8052 · 85727:48 AM6h43Rennes station2:31 PMPau station$1991One-way1 transfer
- 8090 · 8415+L52 (867232)12:50 PM6h53Rennes station7:43 PMPau station$2691One-way2 transfers
- 8722 · 85933:35 PM6h54Rennes station10:29 PMPau station$3311One-way1 transfer
- 8720 · 8549+D52 (867117)1:35 PM7h29Rennes station9:04 PMPau station$2851One-way2 transfers
- 8642+3751+8727337:35 PM14h30Rennes station10:05 AMPau station$3471One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rennes to Pau
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $131.
Distance: 338 miles (545 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$169 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price | $205 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 54m Average total duration 18h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rennes to Pau:
A bus is $99 (€81) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Pau costing on average $169 (€138).
A bus is $197 (€161) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Pau costing on average $266 (€218).
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 46m.
Flight takes on average 18h 54m.
The journey is about 11m faster (6h 21m by train vs 6h 32m by car) and roughly $36 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($169 (€138) vs $205 (€168)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Rennes to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Rennes to Pau trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8606 · 8575 | On time 9:35 AM Rennes station | 8h19 | 5:54 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
| 5280 · 8547+L52 (867232) | 12:00 PM Rennes station | 7h43 | 7:43 PM Pau station | 2 transfers | |
| 12210 · 8549+L52 (867236) | 1:35 PM Rennes station | 7h34 | 9:09 PM Pau station | 2 transfers | |
| 8626 · 8593 | 4:07 PM Rennes station | 6h27 | 10:34 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
| 12236+3731 | 6:35 PM Rennes station | 13h54 | 8:29 AM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
| 8052 · 8572 | 7:48 AM Rennes station | 6h43 | 2:31 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rennes to Pau
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Trains from Rennes to Pau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€77) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 338 miles (545 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 338 miles (545 km) |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Rennes to Pau trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Rennes and Pau from $45 (€36). 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 Rennes to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rennes 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 Rennes to Pau
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Rue de Châtillon
- Le Café de Rennes
- L'Embarcadère
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Hotel Ibis Rennes Centre Gare Sud
- Mercure Rennes Centre Gare
- Novotel Rennes Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 520 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro connections
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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