The cheapest and fastest trains from Perpignan to Pau
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Perpignan to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Perpignan to Pau will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
Of the 2 trains that leave Perpignan for Pau 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 274 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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 and coach for Perpignan to Pau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Perpignan to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 274 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£51 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Perpignan to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Perpignan to Pau trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:13 Perpignan | 5h50 | 16:03 Pau | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:07 Perpignan | 5h58 | 20:05 Pau | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Perpignan to Pau
Trains from Perpignan to Pau run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 19:09 |
Train companies: SNCF TER, SNCF Intercités, SNCF, TGV INOUI from Perpignan to Pau trainsSNCF TER, SNCF Intercités, SNCF, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Perpignan and Pau from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Perpignan to Pau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Perpignan 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 Perpignan and Pau
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Boulevard Saint-Assiscle.
- Le Figuier
- La Galinette
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Perpignan
- Hotel de France
- Hotel Aragon
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Spain and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- 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 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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