1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£80
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£115
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
6 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
6 h 38 m
Trains on 08 Sept
10
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Pau will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
To travel from Lille to Pau you need to make at least one change.
7238+
3731
7032 · 8575
7238+
3731+
L52 (867208)
7038 · 8549+
L52 (867254)
7020 · 12255+
D52 (867224)
7052 · 8593
7014 · 8572
7020 · 12255+
D52 (867224)
7044 · 12267+
L52 (867104)
7032 · 8575Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lille to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, while a train costs an average of £117.
Distance: 856 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£117 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £248 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 6m Average total duration Fastest 7h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 54m Average total duration 14h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lille to Pau:
A coach is £70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lille to Pau costing on average £117.
Other travel options to Pau take longer:
Coach takes on average 14h 24m.
The journey is about 2h 27m faster (7h 36m by train vs 10h 3m by car) and roughly £131 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£117 vs £248). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Pau 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
7032 · 8575 | 11:30 Lille-Europe | 7h01 | 18:31 Pau station | 1 change | |
7044 · 12267+ L52 (867104) | 14:43 Lille-Europe | 6h59 | 21:42 Pau station | 2 changes | |
7052 · 8593 | 16:12 Lille Flandres | 6h17 | 22:29 Pau station | 1 change | |
7238+ 3731 | 18:52 Lille-Europe | 13h59 | 8:51 Pau station | 1 change | |
7238+ 3731+ L52 (867208) | 18:52 Lille-Europe | 13h51 | 8:43 Pau station | 2 changes | |
7082+ 3751+ 872733 | On time 20:12 Lille Flandres | 13h52 | 10:04 Pau station | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
7014 · 8572 | 8:12 Lille Flandres | 6h19 | 14:31 Pau station | 1 change | |
7020 · 12255+ D52 (867224) | 9:12 Lille Flandres | 6h33 | 15:45 Pau station | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Lille to Pau run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 856 km distance in 6h 17m.
Distance 856 km |
Average train duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 17m |
First train 5:01 |
Last train 21:21 |
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Discover the best of Pau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pau trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lille 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.

Most Lille to Pau trains use the Lille Flandres to Pau station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille and Pau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe 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 options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille-Europe: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Lille CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: 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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