The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Pau
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Pau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Pau will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 8 trains that leave Bordeaux for Pau on Sun, Mar 01, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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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D52 (867117)
L52 (867232)
D52 (867100)
L51 (866451) · L52 (867242)
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D51 (866457) · L52 (867244)
D52 (867100)Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Pau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Pau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. 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 bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €106.
Distance: 172 km
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€31 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €286 Average price |
2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bordeaux to Pau train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Pau trains for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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L52 (867102) | 4:19 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h19 | 6:38 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
L52 (867236) | 5:43 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h26 | 8:09 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8593 | On time 7:20 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h14 | 9:34 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 1 | |||||
L51 (866451) · L52 (867242) | 7:19 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h23 | 9:42 AM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
D52 (867100) | 8:20 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h18 | 10:38 AM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
D51 (866457) · L52 (867244) | 10:19 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h15 | 12:34 PM Pau station | 1 transfer | |
8572 | On time 11:20 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 1:31 PM Pau station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Pau
Trains from Bordeaux to Pau run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 21:22 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF from Bordeaux to Pau trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF trains will get you between Bordeaux and Pau from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Pau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux 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
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Pau
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 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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