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Musée Pyrénéen
Museum inside the Château Fort presenting Pyrenean history, arts, traditions, and regional life. A strong cultural stop beyond the pilgrimage sites.
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
13 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarbes to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Lourdes will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 14 trains that leave Tarbes for Lourdes on Mon, Jun 01, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 14 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.
872731
14155
14151
14143
14141
14143
872735
D52 (867209)
14151
872733Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarbes to Lourdes 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 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $1, and a train costs an average of $1.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
The journey is about 11m faster (18m by train vs 29m by car) and roughly $0.97 (€0.78) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($4 (€3) vs $5 (€4)). 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 | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, 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 Tarbes to Lourdes trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
D52 (867112) | 7:47 AM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 8:01 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8562 | 8:58 AM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 9:12 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
872733 | 9:24 AM Tarbes station | 0h16 | 9:40 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14141 | 11:08 AM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 11:22 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
461733 | On time 11:17 AM Tarbes station | 0h35 | 11:52 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8582 | 12:29 PM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 12:43 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14143 | 1:08 PM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 1:22 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D52 (867211) | 1:35 PM Tarbes station | 0h13 | 1:48 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14151 | 3:09 PM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 3:23 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8584 | 4:32 PM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 4:46 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
872735 | 5:19 PM Tarbes station | 0h13 | 5:32 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L53 (867015) | 6:04 PM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 6:18 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8588 | 7:20 PM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 7:34 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
14157 | 7:42 PM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 7:56 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
461739 | 9:31 PM Tarbes station | 0h35 | 10:06 PM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L53 (867003) | 6:12 AM Tarbes station | 0h14 | 6:26 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8560 | 6:30 AM Tarbes station | 0h15 | 6:45 AM Lourdes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Tarbes to Lourdes run on average 10 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $1 (€1) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:18, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 13m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 (€1) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 13m |
First train 12:18 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Museum inside the Château Fort presenting Pyrenean history, arts, traditions, and regional life. A strong cultural stop beyond the pilgrimage sites.
Historic family home interpreted as a small museum space linked to Bernadette's early life. Meaningful for pilgrims and visitors exploring her story in depth.
Former detention building where Bernadette's family once lived, preserved as a historical visit site with museum-like interpretation. One of Lourdes' best-known heritage stops.
The broad ceremonial open space in front of the basilicas, central to processions and gatherings. A key place to absorb the atmosphere of Lourdes.
Mountain viewpoint above Lourdes with sweeping panoramas over the town and Pyrenees. Highly popular for photography and social media content.
Hillside Stations of the Cross route above the sanctuary. It is both a devotional walk and a scenic area with elevated views.
A hearty Gascon soup of cabbage, beans, potatoes, and usually duck confit or ham, traditional in the Pyrenees and Béarn area around Lourdes.
Duck leg slowly cooked in its own fat until tender, a classic specialty of Southwest France commonly served with potatoes.
Seared duck breast, often from ducks raised for foie gras, prized across Southwest France for its rich flavor and common on Lourdes menus.
Popular long-running Italian restaurant in Lourdes, valued for its reliable food, friendly atmosphere, and broad appeal.
Well-known traditional restaurant in Lourdes serving regional Southwest French dishes in a classic, welcoming setting.
Established Lourdes restaurant appreciated for refined French cooking, attentive service, and a more polished dining atmosphere.
Prices are moderate overall. Pilgrimage seasons can raise hotel and restaurant costs near the sanctuary.
Service is usually included. Leaving small change or rounding up is appreciated; about 5-10% for excellent service.
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