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Musée Pyrénéen
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts and traditions, ideal for understanding local culture alongside the fortress visit.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pau to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Lourdes will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 15 trains from Pau to Lourdes, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 25 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 Lourdes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:18, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 24m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 24m |
First train 1:18 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Pau to Lourdes.
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Lourdes trains for tomorrow, 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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872732 | 6:57 Pau station | 0h27 | 7:24 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
14140 | 7:56 Pau station | 0h29 | 8:25 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
872734 | 9:59 Pau station | 0h27 | 10:26 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
D52 (867100) | 11:39 Pau station | 0h28 | 12:07 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
14142 | 12:11 Pau station | 0h25 | 12:36 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
872736 | 12:56 Pau station | 0h27 | 13:23 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8572 | 14:36 Pau station | 0h25 | 15:01 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
14148 | 16:11 Pau station | 0h25 | 16:36 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
L52 (867248) | 16:36 Pau station | 0h28 | 17:04 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
14150 | 18:10 Pau station | 0h25 | 18:35 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8575 | 18:35 Pau station | 0h25 | 19:00 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
872742 | 19:55 Pau station | 0h27 | 20:22 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
L53 (867032) | 20:32 Pau station | 0h32 | 21:04 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
D52 (867117) | 21:05 Pau station | 0h29 | 21:34 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
8593 | 22:32 Pau station | 0h26 | 22:58 Lourdes station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts and traditions, ideal for understanding local culture alongside the fortress visit.
A wax museum with life-size scenes from the story of Lourdes and Christian history, offering an accessible family visit near the sanctuary.
Museum dedicated to Saint Bernadette, with objects, reconstructions and displays that explain her life and the events of 1858.
The broad processional square at the sanctuary, framed by basilicas and used for gatherings, ceremonies and classic Lourdes views.
A panoramic viewpoint reached by the Pic du Jer funicular, with sweeping views over Lourdes, the plain and surrounding Pyrenees.
A riverside green space for gentle walks, shaded paths and local daily life, offering a calmer side of Lourdes beyond the pilgrimage core.
Slow-cooked bean and meat stew from south-west France, often made with duck confit and sausage. A hearty regional classic common in the Pyrenees area.
Traditional Bigorre pork sausage, usually simply grilled or served with mash. It is prized locally for its rich flavour and regional farming heritage.
A thick potato cake from the Hautes-Pyrénées, cooked with bacon or pork fat. Rustic mountain food once made to sustain farm workers and shepherds.
Traditional restaurant serving south-west French dishes in a warm, classic setting close to the sanctuary area.
Well-known local address for regional cooking, grills and generous portions in an unfussy, friendly atmosphere.
Refined French dining with a polished hotel setting, suited to a quieter meal and classic regional flavours.
Moderate for France. Pilgrimage demand can raise room rates in peak periods, but simple dining and walkable sights help keep daily costs reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change for cafés is appreciated.
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Most Pau to Lourdes trains use the Pau to Lourdes station pair. Use this guide to compare Pau and Lourdes 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.
Lourdes 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 Navarre, Restaurant Alexandra
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lourdes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lourdes. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lourdes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lourdes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourdes: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint Sauveur, Hotel Panorama, Hotel Roissy.
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