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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
£13
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Toulouse to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Pau will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 8 buses that leave Toulouse for Pau every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £135.
Distance: 150 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price | £271 Average Price |
3h 12m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 29m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Pau coaches for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8617 | 17:30 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 2h30 | 20:00 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:50 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 2h55 | 20:45 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 August | |||||
FlixBus | 5:25 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 3h20 | 8:45 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 changesdirect | |
8717 | 7:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 2h30 | 9:50 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 2h30 | 11:00 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 2h40 | 13:40 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 changesdirect | |
8615 | 14:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 2h30 | 16:30 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:30 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 3h15 | 19:45 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Toulouse to Pau run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £0.90 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 150 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 150 km |
Average bus duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 2:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
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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 Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Pau buses use the Toulouse, Gare Routière to Pau, Lycée St John Perse station pair, with some services arriving at Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc). Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Pau bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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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