The cheapest and fastest trains from Pau to Cannes
Cheapest price
£127
Average price
£178
Fastest journey
8 h 59 m
Average duration
13 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
596 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pau to Cannes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Cannes will cost around £178 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £127.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pau for Cannes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 596 km distance in an average of 13 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 h 44 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.
11:118h59Pau20:10Cannes£1271One-way0 changes
17:4818h44Pau12:32Cannes£2281One-way0 changes
11:118h59Pau20:10Cannes£1271One-way0 changes
17:4818h44Pau12:32Cannes£2281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Pau to Cannes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Pau to Cannes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £85.
Distance: 596 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£153 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 48m Average total duration Fastest 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pau to Cannes train times
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Cannes trains for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:11 Pau | 20h16 | 12:27 Cannes | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:13 Pau | 21h19 | 15:32 Cannes | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pau to Cannes
Trains from Pau to Cannes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 596 km distance in 8h 59m.
Distance 596 km |
Average train duration 8h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 59m |
First train 6:59 |
Last train 19:47 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Pau to Cannes trainsSNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Pau and Cannes from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Pau to Cannes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pau to Cannes 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 Cannes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pau and Cannes
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Jean Jaurès.
- Le Roof
- La Môme
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes
- Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion Cannes
- Hôtel Montaigne & Spa
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: TER services
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