- Must visit
Musée Massey
Tarbes' leading museum, set in the Massey Garden. It covers fine arts, Hussar history, and regional collections in an elegant former residence.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Saint-Gaudens for Tarbes on Mon, Aug 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 10 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Mon, Aug 10 the slowest trains will take 48 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $1. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $1, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 17m Average total duration Fastest 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 49m 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 Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes:
A train is $11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes costing on average $18.
Other travel options to Tarbes take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 44m.
The journey is about 2m faster (47m by train vs 49m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 vs $13). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes trains for today, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:31 PM St Gaudens | 0h49 | 6:20 PM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:32 PM St Gaudens | 0h47 | 8:19 PM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:26 PM St Gaudens | 0h50 | 9:16 PM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:29 PM St Gaudens | 0h50 | 10:19 PM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 10 | |||||
![]() | 7:31 AM Saint-Gaudens | 0h48 | 8:19 AM Tarbes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 47m. 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 05:44, the last at 21:31. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 9:31 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Tarbes' leading museum, set in the Massey Garden. It covers fine arts, Hussar history, and regional collections in an elegant former residence.
Specialized museum within Musée Massey devoted to the Hussars. Excellent for military history, uniforms, and Tarbes' cavalry traditions.
Natural history museum presenting regional wildlife, geology, and scientific collections. A family-friendly stop with a strong educational focus.
Tarbes' most famous park, landscaped around the Massey Museum. Ideal for strolling, gardens, and peacock spotting in a refined historic setting.
Central market square known for its arcades, fountain, and lively local atmosphere. A practical and scenic place to experience daily Tarbes life.
Pedestrianized main square framed by cafés, shops, and events. It is one of the best spots for orientation and people-watching in the center.
Haricot bean from the Tarbes plain, prized for its thin skin and creamy texture. It is central to Bigorre cooking and often served with slow-cooked meats.
A hearty southwest bean stew often made with Tarbais beans, duck confit and pork. It is a signature festive dish of Gascony and Bigorre.
Black Gascon pig ham, cured and aged in the Pyrenean foothills. It is valued for its deep flavor and strong link to regional farming traditions.
Established fine dining restaurant serving refined French cuisine with regional products and polished service in an elegant atmosphere.
Well-regarded casual address for generous southwest dishes, charcuterie and seasonal plates in a warm bistro setting.
Traditional southwest brasserie known for duck, grills and regional specialties in a lively, classic setting near central Tarbes.
Moderate for France. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transit and daily costs stay manageable for most travelers.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafés.
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Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport -> Gare de Tarbes, Tarbes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Gaudens 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.

Most Saint-Gaudens to Tarbes trains use the Gare de Saint Gaudens to Tarbes station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Gaudens and Tarbes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Saint Gaudens is 1 km from Saint-Gaudens city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Saint Gaudens has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Saint Gaudens.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Saint Gaudens. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Gare de Saint Gaudens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Saint Gaudens.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Commerce, Hôtel Pedussaut, Hôtel Beaurivage.
Tarbes is 1 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Le Patati, L'Aragon
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tarbes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tarbes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tarbes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tarbes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarbes: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Le Rex Hotel, ibis Tarbes Odos, Hôtel Foch.
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