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Musée national du château de Pau
Museum inside the château exploring Henri IV, royal life and decorative arts through period rooms, paintings and historic collections.
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£93
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 32 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Pau will cost around £93 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
To travel from Madrid to Pau you need to make at least one change.
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3187 · 8717
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £123.
Distance: 423 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £291 Average Price | £73 Average Price |
9h 42m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 31m Average total duration 17h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Pau coaches for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h45 | 11:20 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h21 | 11:20 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 26 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h10 | 2:05 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h20 | 6:00 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h15 | 9:35 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h50 | 9:35 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 change | |
3187 · 8717 | 20:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h20 | 9:50 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h10 | 11:00 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 1 change | |
3160 · 8694 | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h05 | 9:35 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Madrid to Pau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 423 km distance in 10h 29m.
Distance 423 km |
Average bus duration 9h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 29m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Pau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pau trip today.
Museum inside the château exploring Henri IV, royal life and decorative arts through period rooms, paintings and historic collections.
Fine arts museum with strong 19th-century collections, including works by Degas and local painters, in a compact central setting.
Contemporary art centre in a converted industrial hall, known for ambitious exhibitions and a modern counterpoint to Pau’s historic core.
Pau’s signature promenade, lined with grand buildings and sweeping Pyrenean views. Ideal for a first walk and sunset photos.
Historic quarter around the château with narrow lanes, small squares and old houses. Best for strolling and seeing local character.
Formal park beside the château with clipped hedges, shaded paths and one of Pau’s best open views towards the mountains.
A rich slow-cooked chicken stew from Béarn with white wine, garlic and local ham. It is a cornerstone of festive family cooking around Pau.
A hearty mountain cabbage soup from Béarn, often made with pork, duck confit and vegetables. It reflects the rustic cooking of the Pyrenean foothills.
A traditional chicken or capon fricassée with peppers, tomatoes, onions and Bayonne ham. It is a classic regional dish of Béarn and the Basque borderlands.
A well-regarded bistro with seasonal French plates and a relaxed atmosphere. Popular for careful cooking and a smart but unfussy style.
An established restaurant serving refined regional French cooking in an elegant setting. Good choice for a more formal meal in Pau.
A convivial venue for Béarn and south-west specialities, with generous portions and a casual feel suited to traditional local dining.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and everyday café prices stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) -> Gare de Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Pau by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Pau buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Pau, Lycée St John Perse station pair, with some services arriving at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). Use this guide to compare Madrid and Pau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Pau, Lycée St John Perse is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau, Lycée St John Perse has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse. ATMs are available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse.
Ticket office support is available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse.
Available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau, Lycée St John Perse: Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) is 2 km from Pau city centre. Public transport options include:
Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). ATMs are available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc).
Ticket office support is available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc).
Available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc): Accessible by ramps for low-floor buses.
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