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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
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Saint-Jean-de-Luz for Lourdes on Tue, Aug 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 33 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-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes:
A train is $19 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes costing on average $48 (€38).
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 9m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€23) compared to roughly $34 (€28) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 2h 9m versus 1h 46m 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:32 AM Saint-Jean-de-Luz | 2h04 | 10:36 AM Lourdes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:32 AM Saint-Jean-de-Luz | 2h04 | 11:36 AM Lourdes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:03 PM Saint-Jean-de-Luz | 2h33 | 3:36 PM Lourdes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 2h 4m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 4m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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 Saint-Jean-de-Luz 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 Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Lourdes trains use the Gare de Saint Jean de Luz-Ciboure to Lourdes station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Lourdes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Saint Jean de Luz-Ciboure 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Chez Maya, Le Kaiku
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Saint Jean de Luz-Ciboure. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Saint Jean de Luz-Ciboure. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Saint Jean de Luz-Ciboure: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Saint Jean de Luz-Ciboure: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Saint Jean de Luz-Ciboure: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Plage, Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, Hôtel Txoko.
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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