The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Pau
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Pau will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 12 trains that leave Bordeaux 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 trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
85718:542h03Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:57Pau station£321One-way0 changes
857516:202h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean18:31Pau station£401One-way0 changes
857212:202h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean14:31Pau station£401One-way0 changes
L52 (867234)17:192h25Bordeaux-Saint-Jean19:44Pau station£411One-way0 changes
L52 (867104)19:242h18Bordeaux-Saint-Jean21:42Pau station£411One-way0 changes
85718:542h03Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:57Pau station£321One-way0 changes
859320:202h09Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:29Pau station£441One-way0 changes
857516:202h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean18:31Pau station£401One-way0 changes
857212:202h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean14:31Pau station£401One-way0 changes
8549+
L52 (867254)18:182h17Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:35Pau station£471One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bordeaux to Pau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 172 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £261 Average Price |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Pau trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L52 (867212) | 6:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h27 | 8:46 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
8571 | On time 6:54 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h03 | 8:57 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
D51 (866453) · L52 (867246) | 8:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3h14 | 11:33 Pau station | 1 change | |
8572 | On time 10:20 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 12:31 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
D52 (867224) | 11:26 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h26 | 13:52 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866461) · L52 (867250) | 13:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h24 | 15:43 Pau station | 1 change | |
8575 | On time 14:20 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 16:31 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
L52 (867234) | 15:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h25 | 17:44 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
8549+ L52 (867254) | On time 16:18 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h17 | 18:35 Pau station | 1 change | |
L51 (866463) · L52 (867256) | 16:44 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h30 | 19:14 Pau station | 1 change | |
L52 (867104) | 17:24 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h18 | 19:42 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
8593 | On time 18:20 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 20:29 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux to Pau by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
16 Apr
17 Apr
18 Apr
19 Apr
20 Apr
21 Apr
22 Apr
23 Apr
24 Apr
25 Apr
26 Apr
27 Apr
28 Apr
29 Apr
30 Apr
01 May
02 May
03 May
04 May
05 May
06 May
Why should you book Bordeaux to Pau trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs SNCF | TGV INOUI?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF | TGV INOUI, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 or SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Bordeaux to Pau.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare SNCF | TGV INOUI with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bordeaux to Pau.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Pau
Trains from Bordeaux to Pau run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:59 |
Last train 21:22 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF from Bordeaux to Pau trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF trains will get you between Bordeaux and Pau from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF
FAQs: Bordeaux to Pau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Pau by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Pau
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Avenue Jean Biray.
- Le Berry
- Les Papilles Insolites
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Parc Beaumont
- Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet
- Hotel Le Bourbon
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and national connections
Most popular train connections from Bordeaux
More options for your journey from Bordeaux to Pau
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


