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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Pau
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
13
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 £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 13 trains that leave Bordeaux for Pau every day 9 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- 8549+
L52 (867254)18:182h17Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:35Pau station£391One-way1 change - L51 (866461) · L52 (867250)15:192h24Bordeaux-Saint-Jean17:43Pau station£391One-way1 change
- L52 (867212)8:192h27Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:46Pau station£391One-way0 changes
- L52 (867234)17:192h25Bordeaux-Saint-Jean19:44Pau station£391One-way0 changes
- 85718:542h03Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:57Pau station£321One-way0 changes
- 857516:212h09Bordeaux-Saint-Jean18:30Pau station£411One-way0 changes
- 859320:202h09Bordeaux-Saint-Jean22:29Pau station£411One-way0 changes
- 857212:202h11Bordeaux-Saint-Jean14:31Pau station£411One-way0 changes
- 8549+L52 (867254)18:182h17Bordeaux-Saint-Jean20:35Pau station£391One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £94.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£31 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £236 Average Price |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m 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 |
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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 today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L52 (867212) | 8:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h27 | 10:46 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8571 | On time 8:54 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h03 | 10:57 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8572 | 12:20 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 14:31 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| D52 (867224) | 13:22 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h23 | 15:45 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| L51 (866461) · L52 (867250) | 15:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h24 | 17:43 Pau station | 1 change | |
| 8575 | 16:21 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 18:30 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| L52 (867234) | 17:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h25 | 19:44 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8549+L52 (867254) | 18:18 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h17 | 20:35 Pau station | 1 change | |
| L51 (866463) · L52 (867256) | 18:44 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h30 | 21:14 Pau station | 1 change | |
| L52 (867104) | 19:24 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h18 | 21:42 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8593 | 20:20 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 22:29 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 16 July | |||||
| L52 (867208) | 6:16 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h27 | 8:43 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Pau
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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 04:58, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 21:22 |
Cheapest Month May |
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, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Bordeaux to Pau trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (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.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (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
Most Bordeaux to Pau trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Pau station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Pau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bordeaux station do trains to Pau leave from?
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
Which Pau station do trains from Bordeaux arrive at?
Getting to Pau from Pau city centre
Pau train station facilities and services
Pau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Berry, Les Papilles Insolites
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parc Beaumont, Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet, Hotel Le Bourbon.
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