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Musée Pyrénéen
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts and traditions, ideal for understanding local culture alongside the fortress visit.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£52
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£89
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
6 h 46 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
9 h 57 m
Trains on 08 Sept
6
Distance
516 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Lourdes will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Grenoble to Lourdes you need to make at least one change.
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3731Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 9h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, while a train costs an average of £114.
Distance: 516 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£114 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £164 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 34m Average total duration Fastest 9h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grenoble to Lourdes:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Grenoble to Lourdes costing on average £114.
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 38m.
Tickets start at around £114 compared to roughly £164 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £50. The journey takes 10h 38m versus 6h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Lourdes trains for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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17632+ 6630+ 3731 | On time 17:21 Gare de Grenoble | 15h59 | 9:20 Lourdes station | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
6821+ 14143+ 17500 | 5:59 Gare de Grenoble | 7h22 | 13:21 Lourdes station | 2 changes | |
6823+ 14155+ 33147 | 11:35 Grenoble Gare Routière | 6h46 | 18:21 Lourdes station | 2 changes | |
6910 · 8593 | 12:47 Gare de Grenoble | 10h11 | 22:58 Lourdes station | 1 change | |
6204 · 8593+ 17522 | 13:30 Gare de Grenoble | 9h28 | 22:58 Lourdes station | 2 changes | |
6922+ 3731 | 16:45 Gare de Grenoble | 16h35 | 9:20 Lourdes station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Grenoble to Lourdes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:24, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 516 km distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 516 km |
Average train duration 10h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 5:24 |
Last train 20:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Lourdes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lourdes trip today.
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts and traditions, ideal for understanding local culture alongside the fortress visit.
A wax museum with life-size scenes from the story of Lourdes and Christian history, offering an accessible family visit near the sanctuary.
Museum dedicated to Saint Bernadette, with objects, reconstructions and displays that explain her life and the events of 1858.
The broad processional square at the sanctuary, framed by basilicas and used for gatherings, ceremonies and classic Lourdes views.
A panoramic viewpoint reached by the Pic du Jer funicular, with sweeping views over Lourdes, the plain and surrounding Pyrenees.
A riverside green space for gentle walks, shaded paths and local daily life, offering a calmer side of Lourdes beyond the pilgrimage core.
Slow-cooked bean and meat stew from south-west France, often made with duck confit and sausage. A hearty regional classic common in the Pyrenees area.
Traditional Bigorre pork sausage, usually simply grilled or served with mash. It is prized locally for its rich flavour and regional farming heritage.
A thick potato cake from the Hautes-Pyrénées, cooked with bacon or pork fat. Rustic mountain food once made to sustain farm workers and shepherds.
Traditional restaurant serving south-west French dishes in a warm, classic setting close to the sanctuary area.
Well-known local address for regional cooking, grills and generous portions in an unfussy, friendly atmosphere.
Refined French dining with a polished hotel setting, suited to a quieter meal and classic regional flavours.
Moderate for France. Pilgrimage demand can raise room rates in peak periods, but simple dining and walkable sights help keep daily costs reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change for cafés is appreciated.
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Lourdes station -> Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble to Lourdes 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 Lourdes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Grenoble to Lourdes trains use the Gare de Grenoble to Lourdes station pair. Use this guide to compare Grenoble and Lourdes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Grenoble 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 options include: Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois, Le Petit Bouche
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Grenoble. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Grenoble. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Grenoble: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Residhotel Central Gare, ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare, Hotel Europole.
Grenoble, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Gratin Dauphinois, Restaurant L'Inattendu
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europole, Novotel Grenoble Centre, Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare.
Lourdes 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 options include: Le Navarre, Restaurant Alexandra
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lourdes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lourdes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lourdes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lourdes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourdes: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint Sauveur, Hotel Panorama, Hotel Roissy.
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