How to get to Tarbes station Train Station

Travel to the train station Tarbes from the city centre

Tarbes, formerly known as Turba, is the capital of Bigorre and a commune in the Hautes Pyrenees department in the Occitanie region of the southwestern part of France since 1790. Being a former active industrial tradition town, Tarbes strives to diversify its activities today, especially in aeronautics and technology. When it comes to transportation, Tarbes features the Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrenees airport located 6.2 miles (10 kilometers) from the town center. HOP serves the airport and provides three daily and two weekend air services. The Gare de Tarbes is the central train station and offers direct connections to Bordeaux, Paris, Bayonne, Toulouse, and other regional destinations. Train stations near Gare de Tarbes include Ossun train station and Gare de Tournay train station. 

What is the best way to get to the train station from the city centre?

Travelers driving from the city centre to the main train station Tarbes can expect a journey of about five minutes via Avenue Bertrand Barere, since it is approximately one mile (1.6 kilometers). Via Rue Andre Fourcade and D935B, it can take seven minutes to get to the station, while through Rue Georges Magnoac and Avenue Bertrand Barere it can take approximately six minutes to get there. Traveling by train can take between three and 16 minutes, walking can take between 16 to 17 minutes, and cycling can take between six to seven minutes. Road public transport is provided by the Alezan bus network with an electric shuttle for the town center. Bus lines 3 and 5 are the ones that head to and from train station Tarbes. Bus line 5 runs from Monday to Friday during the school term, while bus line 3 runs every day except on Sundays and French public holidays. Other bus companies to consider that service the station include FlixBus, Eurolines, OUIBUS, ALSA, BlaBlaBus, and Isilines.

How far is it from the city centre to the train station?

Taking a bus via Avenue Bertrand Barere, the distance is one mile (1.6 kilometers) and takes about five minutes to get there. The bus via Rue Georges Magnoac and Avenue Bertrand Barere, the distance is just under one mile (1.5 kilometers) and takes approximately six minutes to get to the station. Via Rue André Fourcade and D935B, the distance is just over one mile (1.7 kilometers) and takes about eight minutes to get there. Walking via Rue Georges Magnoac and Avenue Bertrand Barere can take 16 minutes to get there, and walking via both Rue André Fourcade and Avenue Maréchal Joffre/D935B it can take about 17 minutes. Cycling via D935B the distance is about 0.9 miles (1.4 kilometers) and takes about six minutes to get there. 

How accessible is the train station for those with limited mobility?

The train station Tarbes is well situated in a great location and includes facilities that make it easier for people with limited mobility to access it. Services provided in the train station include intercity services from Hendaye to Toulouse, local service from Bayonne to Tarbes, and also local service from Toulouse to Pau. The train station has excellent facilities where customers can place their heavy luggage, places to book tickets, and ample parking space for both vehicles and bicycles. Accessibility to various sections of the station has also been made very easy, especially for those with limited mobility, as there is the availability of escalators and elevators. There are electronic noticeboards for customers to view the arrival and departure schedule throughout the day. 

Local tips: the train station points of interest

Tarbes city features outstanding public buildings and places, fountains and squares, military heritage, industrial remains, and religious buildings, among other notable sights. Some fountains and squares to check out include the Place Marcadieu and Place Verdun. The Haras de Tarbes is a military heritage worth seeing. The city comes highly recommended with great sights to visit and enjoy. However, booking a ticket is crucial before going on any escapades in the city. The station is always open from Monday to Sunday and normally closed during public holidays.