
Day trip from Orthez to Pau by train
Why visit Pau for the day?
Pau is known for its Pyrenean views, the Château de Pau and an elegant Belle Époque character. With gardens, café terraces and strong Béarnais identity, it feels relaxed yet refined.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Orthez among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £566.
Distance: 179 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£39 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £566 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Toulouse to Orthez, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Orthez:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Orthez costing on average £39.
A coach is £550 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toulouse to Orthez costing on average £566.
Other travel options to Orthez take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Flight takes on average 4h 56m.
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Orthez from Toulouse by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Toulouse to Orthez is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Orthez are Pau, Bayonne, Biarritz, Dax and Hendaye. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Orthez on Omio.

Pau is known for its Pyrenean views, the Château de Pau and an elegant Belle Époque character. With gardens, café terraces and strong Béarnais identity, it feels relaxed yet refined.

Bayonne is a historic city in the French Basque Country with a lively old town and a strong regional identity. It is known for Sainte-Marie Cathedral, traditional chocolate-making and the culinary fame of jambon de Bayonne.

Biarritz is a stylish Basque coast resort known for surf beaches, elegant seafront buildings and Atlantic views. Its mix of ocean culture, smart promenades and lively food gives the city a refined yet relaxed character.

Dax is a spa city in Landes known for its thermal baths and therapeutic mud. The compact centre, shaped by Roman history and the Adour, feels relaxed yet lively during the Feria de Dax.

Hendaye is a French Basque town on the Spanish border, known for its long sandy beach and easy-going surf culture. Set beside the Bidassoa estuary, it mixes seaside calm with Basque character and views towards the Pyrenees.
Travel to Orthez 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 Toulouse to Orthez.

This is compared to other travel options from Toulouse to Orthez:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toulouse to Orthez costing on average £39.
A coach is £550 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Toulouse to Orthez costing on average £566.
Other travel options to Orthez take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Flight takes on average 4h 56m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Toulouse and Orthez as scheduled services by train, flight and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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