The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£92
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£113
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h 30 m
Trains on 17 Sept
10
Distance
656 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 10 trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 656 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 50 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.
8413+
L51 (866461) · L52 (867250)12:534h50Paris Gare Montparnasse17:43Pau station£921One-way2 changes
373121:4011h11Paris Gare d'Austerlitz8:51Pau station£931One-way0 changes
8549+
L52 (867254)16:094h26Paris Gare Montparnasse20:35Pau station£991One-way1 change
12285+
L52 (867246)7:116h22Paris Gare Montparnasse13:33Pau station£1011One-way1 change
3751+
87273322:1411h50Paris Gare d'Austerlitz10:04Pau station£1051One-way1 change
859318:114h18Paris Gare Montparnasse22:29Pau station£1291One-way0 changes
857514:054h26Paris Gare Montparnasse18:31Pau station£1291One-way0 changes
8549+
L52 (867254)16:094h26Paris Gare Montparnasse20:35Pau station£991One-way1 change
12267+
L52 (867104)17:114h31Paris Gare Montparnasse21:42Pau station£1561One-way1 change
8413+
L51 (866461) · L52 (867250)12:534h50Paris Gare Montparnasse17:43Pau station£921One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a flight costs an average of £275.
Distance: 656 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£105 Average Price | £275 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest | £199 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station:
A coach is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station costing on average £105.
A coach is £205 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station costing on average £275.
Other travel options to Pau station take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 14m.
Coach takes on average 11h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 45m faster (6h 14m by train vs 7h 59m by car) and roughly £93 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£105 vs £199). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12285+ L52 (867246) | 7:11 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 6h22 | 13:33 Pau station | 1 change | |
8413+ L52 (867250) · L51 (866461) | 12:53 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h50 | 17:43 Pau station | 2 changes | |
8575 | 14:05 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h26 | 18:31 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
8549+ L52 (867254) | 16:09 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h26 | 20:35 Pau station | 1 change | |
12267+ L52 (867104) | 17:11 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h31 | 21:42 Pau station | 1 change | |
8593 | 18:11 Paris Gare Montparnasse | 4h18 | 22:29 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
3731 | 21:40 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h11 | 8:51 Pau station | 0 changesdirect | |
3731+ L52 (867208) | 21:40 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h03 | 8:43 Pau station | 1 change | |
3751+ 872733 | 22:14 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h50 | 10:04 Pau station | 1 change | |
3751+ 872733+ 860537 | 22:23 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 11h41 | 10:04 Pau station | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station
Trains from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:47, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 656 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 656 km |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 10:47 |
Last train 20:13 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris) from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris) trains will get you between Paris Gare du Nord and Pau station from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
SNCF | Intercités de nuit
Réseau Express Régional (RER Paris)
FAQs: Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station 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 station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris Gare du Nord and Pau station
Most Paris Gare du Nord to Pau station trains use the Paris Gare Montparnasse to Pau station pair. Use this guide to compare Paris Gare du Nord and Pau station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
