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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Pau to Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £408.
Distance: 495 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £140 Average Price | £408 Average Price | £156 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Pau to Lyon, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Pau to Lyon:
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pau to Lyon costing on average £140.
A coach is £351 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pau to Lyon costing on average £408.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 44m.
Coach takes on average 12h 10m.
Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £156 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £100. The journey takes 11h 40m versus 7h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Lyon from Pau by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Pau to Lyon is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Lyon are Paris, Grenoble, Avignon, Saint-Étienne and Annecy. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lyon on Omio.
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
Grenoble is an Alpine city known for its universities, research centres and lively student life. Set between three mountain ranges, it combines a compact old town with a practical, outdoors-focused character.
Avignon is a historic Provençal city on the Rhône, known for the Palais des Papes and the Pont d’Avignon. Its walled centre blends medieval grandeur with busy squares, cafés and a strong theatre culture, especially during the Festival d’Avignon.
Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial heritage, design scene and deep football culture. Former mining and manufacturing districts sit alongside student life, modern cultural venues and quick access to the Pilat countryside.
Annecy is known for its old town, winding canals and the deep blue waters of Lake Annecy. With Alpine scenery framing medieval streets, it feels both elegant and relaxed.
Travel to Lyon easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Pau to Lyon.
This is compared to other travel options from Pau to Lyon:
A coach is £84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pau to Lyon costing on average £140.
A coach is £351 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pau to Lyon costing on average £408.
Other travel options to Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 44m.
Coach takes on average 12h 10m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Pau and Lyon as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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