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Compare bus and train for Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau costing on average $61 (€49).
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 19m.
You'll arrive about 3h 23m sooner (2h 13m by train vs 5h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $61 (€49) compared to roughly $26 (€21) 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.
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.
Compare prices and tickets Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau by bus or train
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Why should you book Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI to find the best option for your trip from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau.
Why book with Omio over Raileurope, Trip or Rome2rio?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau
Trains from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:03 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: SNCF, SNCF | TGV INOUI from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau trainsSNCF, SNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Saint-Jean-de-Luz and Pau from $18 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
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FAQs: Trains from Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Jean-de-Luz 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 Saint-Jean-de-Luz to Pau
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available via Place de la Gare.
- Restaurant Chez Maya
- Le Kaiku
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel de la Plage
- Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa
- Hôtel Txoko
- Located in the main hall
- 54 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to Bayonne and Hendaye
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