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Musée Basque et de l'histoire de Bayonne
Museum of Basque society and Bayonne history, with strong collections on daily life, culture and regional traditions in a restored historic house.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pau to Bayonne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Bayonne will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 12 trains from Pau to Bayonne, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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 Pau to Bayonne run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:02, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 93 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 93 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:02 |
Last train 20:47 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Pau to Bayonne.
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Bayonne trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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D52 (867112) · L51 (866451) | 8:33 Pau station | 1h44 | 10:17 Bayonne station | 1 change | |
L53 (867007) | 9:19 Pau station | 1h13 | 10:32 Bayonne station | 0 changesdirect | |
8562+ F51 (866525) | 9:53 Pau station | 1h41 | 11:34 Bayonne station | 1 change | |
14141 | 11:54 Pau station | 1h05 | 12:59 Bayonne station | 0 changesdirect | |
14143 | 13:54 Pau station | 1h05 | 14:59 Bayonne station | 0 changesdirect | |
L53 (867009) | 15:13 Pau station | 1h13 | 16:26 Bayonne station | 0 changesdirect | |
14151 | 15:54 Pau station | 1h05 | 16:59 Bayonne station | 0 changesdirect | |
8584+ L51 (866433) | 17:26 Pau station | 1h52 | 19:18 Bayonne station | 1 change | |
L52 (867114)+ 8549 | 18:17 Pau station | 1h48 | 20:05 Bayonne station | 1 change | |
L53 (867015) | 18:53 Pau station | 1h17 | 20:10 Bayonne station | 0 changesdirect | |
D52 (867223) · L51 (866553) | 19:14 Pau station | 1h47 | 21:01 Bayonne station | 1 change | |
14157 | 20:28 Pau station | 1h06 | 21:34 Bayonne station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum of Basque society and Bayonne history, with strong collections on daily life, culture and regional traditions in a restored historic house.
Fine arts museum in the former town hall, showing paintings, drawings and temporary exhibitions in elegant rooms near the old centre.
Contemporary art centre inside a distinctive industrial building. Known for changing exhibitions and a strong focus on modern visual creation.
Lively historic quarter along the Nive, lined with colourful houses, arcades and river views. Excellent for wandering and people-watching.
Elegant main square framed by historic buildings and cafés nearby. A practical starting point for exploring the city centre on foot.
Pleasant riverside promenade with broad views, benches and regular local life. A relaxing route to appreciate Bayonne’s waterside setting.
Dry-cured ham from the Adour basin, prized for its gentle salt cure and long maturation. It is one of the Basque area’s signature foods.
Basque-style chicken stew with peppers, onions and Espelette chilli. A homely regional classic found across the French Basque Country.
Slow-cooked veal or beef stew with peppers, tomatoes and Bayonne ham. It is a traditional Sunday dish in Basque homes and inns.
Refined dining room focused on modern Basque cuisine with careful presentation and a calm, polished atmosphere.
Traditional Basque restaurant known for regional cooking, generous portions and a warm old-town atmosphere.
Popular market-side brasserie serving Basque classics, seafood and seasonal plates in a lively, informal setting.
Moderate for France: dining is fair, local buses are affordable, but summer stays near the coast can be pricier than similar inland towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good 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 Pau to Bayonne 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 Bayonne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Pau to Bayonne trains use the Pau to Bayonne station pair. Use this guide to compare Pau and Bayonne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Bayonne is 1 km from Bayonne city centre. Public transport options include:
Bayonne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Chez Martin, Le Bistrot Sainte-Cluque
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bayonne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bayonne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bayonne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bayonne: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayonne: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Bayonne, Ibis Styles Bayonne Centre Gare, Hotel Cote Basque.
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