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MuMa Le Havre
Major fine arts museum with renowned Impressionist and modern collections, facing the harbor in a landmark postwar building.
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
15 h 53 m
Average duration
15 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
696 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarbes to Le Havre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Le Havre will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
Of the 1 trains that leave Tarbes for Le Havre on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 696 km distance in an average of 15 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 15 h 53 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 15 h 53 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 Tarbes to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 432 miles (696 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $89 Average price Cheapest | $353 Average price | $161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 3m Average total duration Fastest 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 55m Average total duration 19h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 5m Average total duration 27h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tarbes to Le Havre:
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tarbes to Le Havre costing on average $145 (€119).
A bus is $264 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarbes to Le Havre costing on average $353 (€289).
Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 25m.
Flight takes on average 27h 5m.
The journey is about 1h 8m faster (7h 33m by train vs 8h 41m by car) and roughly $16 (€13) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($145 (€119) vs $161 (€132)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Tarbes to Le Havre trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 PM Tarbes | 15h53 | 9:53 AM Le Havre | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Tarbes to Le Havre run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€85) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 19:44. The fastest train covers the 432 miles (696 km) distance in 9h 54m.
Distance 432 miles (696 km) |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€85) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 54m |
First train 6:26 AM |
Last train 7:44 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Major fine arts museum with renowned Impressionist and modern collections, facing the harbor in a landmark postwar building.
Restored 18th-century shipowner's house showing merchant life in historic Le Havre through period rooms and collections.
Model apartment illustrating daily life and design in Auguste Perret's rebuilt postwar city, useful for understanding the UNESCO center.
Popular seaside promenade and pebble beach for walking, sunsets, and modern coastal views, especially lively in warm months.
Hilltop gardens with panoramic views over Le Havre, the estuary, and the sea, very popular for photos and relaxed walks.
Core reconstructed district designed by Auguste Perret, notable for architecture, wide perspectives, and urban heritage walks.
Mussels cooked with cream, cider, shallots, and sometimes apples, reflecting Normandy’s coastal seafood and dairy traditions.
Local sole served with a rich Normandy-style sauce of cream, mushrooms, and shellfish, common in classic seaside restaurants.
Scallops from the nearby Norman coast, often prepared simply with butter or in a creamy sauce during the fishing season.
A well-known Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined Normandy seafood and seasonal tasting menus in an elegant setting.
An established Le Havre restaurant appreciated for classic French cuisine, seafood, and a warm brasserie atmosphere.
A historic local institution known for seafood, sauerkraut dishes, and bustling traditional brasserie character near the seafront.
Prices are moderate by French standards. Cafés are reasonable, while hotels and seafront dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; no tip needed for counter service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarbes to Le Havre 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 Le Havre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Tarbes to Le Havre trains use the Tarbes to Le Havre station pair. Use this guide to compare Tarbes and Le Havre train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Le Havre is 1 km from Le Havre city centre. Public transport options include:
Le Havre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Enfants Sages, La Taverne Paillette
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Le Havre. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Le Havre. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Le Havre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Le Havre: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Le Havre: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Spa Vent d'Ouest, Novotel Le Havre Centre Gare, Ibis Le Havre Centre.
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