The cheapest and fastest trains from Metz to Pau
Cheapest price
£113
Average price
£147
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
819 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metz to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Pau will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £113.
Of the 3 trains that leave Metz for Pau every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 819 km distance in an average of 12 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 23 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Metz to Pau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Metz to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 10h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £108.
Distance: 819 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£131 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest | £206 Average Price |
12h 26m Average total duration 11h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 5m Average total duration 14h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 50m Average total duration Fastest 10h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Metz to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Pau trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:57 Metz | 7h40 | 16:37 Pau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:27 Metz | 15h23 | 06:50 Pau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:28 Metz | 15h22 | 06:50 Pau | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Metz to Pau
Trains from Metz to Pau run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £61 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 819 km distance in 6h 54m.
Distance 819 km |
Average train duration 11h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 54m |
First train 05:59 |
Last train 20:12 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités de nuit , TGV INOUI from Metz to Pau trainsSNCF Intercités de nuit , TGV INOUI trains will get you between Metz and Pau from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Metz to Pau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metz 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 Metz and Pau
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth
- Starbucks
- Bonne Journée
- Accessible restrooms, elevators, escalators, and wheelchair access, as well as facilities for those with visual/auditory impairment. There are call buttons for assistance when staff are not available.
- ATC
- Ibis Metz Centre Gare
- Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
- Bus lines: 1/21/31, 2, 3, 5/25, 8, 9, 11/44, 13, 17, U, Noctambus 51, Noctambus 52
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER A14, TER L15, TER L27, TER L28, TER L30
- 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
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