How to travel from Barcelona to Pau

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Pau

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $623.

Distance: 184 miles (297 km)

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$49

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Cheapest

$184

Average price

$623

Average price

$85

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 7m

Average total duration

8h 37m

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30m

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6h 26m

Average total duration

5h 56m

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30m

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6h 0m

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4h 0m

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2h 0m

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5h 28m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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SNCF | Intercités

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Air France

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Pau is a bus with an average price of $49.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Pau:

A bus is $135 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Pau costing on average $184.

A bus is $574 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Pau costing on average $623.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Pau is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 0m.

Other travel options to Pau take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 26m.

Bus takes on average 9h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Pau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Pau among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $49 compared to roughly $85 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $36. The journey takes 8h 37m versus 5h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Barcelona to Pau

How to get from Barcelona to Pau by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Barcelona to Pau is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3128 · 8717
    11:45 PM10h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    9:50 AMPau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)
    $371One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3128 · 8717
    11:45 PM10h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    9:50 AMPau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)
    $371One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF1049 · AF7496
    4:40 PM5h30
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    10:10 PMPau Pyrenees Airport
    $4371One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3614 · 8617
    8:45 AM10h45
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    7:30 PMPau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)
    $391One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50026 · 8615
    7:45 AM8h45
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:30 PMPau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)
    $451One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3140 · 8615
    6:00 AM10h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    4:30 PMPau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)
    $451One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1649 · AF7496
    3:50 PM6h20
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    10:10 PMPau Pyrenees Airport
    $4371One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1349 · AF7496
    12:20 PM9h50
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    10:10 PMPau Pyrenees Airport
    $6011One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1149 · AF7496
    10:05 AM12h05
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    10:10 PMPau Pyrenees Airport
    $7101One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Pau

Travel to Pau easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Pau.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Pau including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Pau is a bus with an average price of $49.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Pau:

A bus is $135 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Pau costing on average $184.

A bus is $574 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Pau costing on average $623.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Pau is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 0m.

Other travel options to Pau take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 26m.

Bus takes on average 9h 7m.

The distance from Barcelona to Pau is approximately 184 miles (297 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Pau is:
  • Around 18 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Pau as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Pau:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Pau Pyrenees Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Pau station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Pau, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | Intercités, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER liO | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Pau by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Pau by bus.
  • Travel with asl airlines, Transavia France, KLM, Air France to go to Pau by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Pau often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Toulouse, Bordeaux, Lyon, Madrid. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Pau and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Pau to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Pau, France, and its main attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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