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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hendaye to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hendaye to Pau will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 21 trains from Hendaye to Pau, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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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Trains from Hendaye to Pau run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:43. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 20:43 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
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The table below shows live departures for Hendaye to Pau trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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D51 (866464) · L52 (867212) | 8:11 Hendaye station | 2h35 | 10:46 Pau station | 1 change | |
D51 (866464) · L52 (867212) | 8:15 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h31 | 10:46 Pau station | 1 change | |
D51 (866406)+ 14142 | 10:06 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h02 | 12:08 Pau station | 1 change | |
14142 | 10:21 Hendaye station | 1h47 | 12:08 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
D51 (866408)+ 8572 | 12:24 Hendaye station | 2h08 | 14:32 Pau station | 1 change | |
D51 (866408)+ 8572 | 12:29 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h03 | 14:32 Pau station | 1 change | |
L53 (867012) · L53 (455012) · D52 (867224) | 12:54 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h54 | 15:48 Pau station | 2 changes | |
8540+ D52 (867224) | 13:06 Hendaye station | 2h42 | 15:48 Pau station | 1 change | |
L51 (866474) · L52 (867250) | 14:56 Hendaye station | 2h47 | 17:43 Pau station | 1 change | |
L51 (866474) · L52 (867250) | 15:01 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h42 | 17:43 Pau station | 1 change | |
F51 (866520)+ 14150 | 15:50 Hendaye station | 2h16 | 18:06 Pau station | 1 change | |
F51 (866520)+ 14150 | 15:54 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h12 | 18:06 Pau station | 1 change | |
8544 · 8575 | 16:10 Hendaye station | 2h21 | 18:31 Pau station | 1 change | |
L51 (866416) · L53 (867024) | 16:49 Hendaye station | 1h57 | 18:46 Pau station | 1 change | |
L51 (866416) · L53 (867024) | 16:53 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 1h53 | 18:46 Pau station | 1 change | |
F51 (866526) · L53 (867028) | 17:52 Hendaye station | 2h06 | 19:58 Pau station | 1 change | |
F51 (866526) · L53 (867028) | 17:56 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h02 | 19:58 Pau station | 1 change | |
L51 (866484) · L52 (867256) | 18:53 Hendaye station | 2h21 | 21:14 Pau station | 1 change | |
L51 (866484) · L52 (867256) | 18:57 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h17 | 21:14 Pau station | 1 change | |
F51 (866534)+ 8593 | 20:05 Hendaye station | 2h24 | 22:29 Pau station | 1 change | |
F51 (866534)+ 8593 | 20:09 Les Deux-Jumeaux | 2h20 | 22:29 Pau station | 1 change | |
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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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Most Hendaye to Pau trains use the Hendaye to Pau station pair. Use this guide to compare Hendaye and Pau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hendaye is 2 km from Hendaye city centre. Public transport options include:
Hendaye has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hendaye.
Les Deux-Jumeaux has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Les Deux-Jumeaux.
Available at Les Deux-Jumeaux: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Deux-Jumeaux: Ramps, restrooms.
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 options include: Le Berry, Les Papilles Insolites
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parc Beaumont, Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet, Hotel Le Bourbon.
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