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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 on 10 Sept
£43
Average ticket price on 10 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 10 Sept
13 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 10 Sept
15 h 37 m
Buses on 10 Sept
6
Distance
719 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Porto to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Pau will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
On Thu 10 Sept, we found 6 buses from Porto to Pau, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 719 km distance in an average of 15 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 50 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.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Porto to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £75 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 14h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £75, while a flight costs an average of £278.
Distance: 719 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price Cheapest | £278 Average Price | £126 Average Price |
14h 57m Average total duration Fastest 14h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 57m Average total duration 16h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 49h 23m Average total duration 48h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Pau:
A coach is £51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Pau costing on average £126.
A coach is £203 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Pau costing on average £278.
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Flight takes on average 16h 57m.
Train takes on average 48h 53m.
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Pau coaches for today, Wednesday 9 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 21:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 13h20 | 11:20 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Porto to Pau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 719 km distance in 12h 29m.
Distance 719 km |
Average bus duration 14h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 29m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 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 Porto 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 Porto to Pau buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Pau, Lycée St John Perse station pair, with some services arriving at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). Use this guide to compare Porto and Pau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
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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