The cheapest and fastest trains from Pau to Bordeaux
Cheapest price on Oct 12
€39
Average ticket price on Oct 12
€45
Fastest journey on Oct 12
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 12
2 h 15 m
Trains on Oct 12
11
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pau to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Bordeaux will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
On Mon, Oct 12, we found 11 trains from Pau to Bordeaux, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 12 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Mon, Oct 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
85845:26 PM2h10Pau station7:36 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€391One-way0 transfers
D52 (867261) · L51 (866484)7:12 PM2h27Pau station9:39 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€441One-way1 transfer
L52 (867247) · L51 (866474)3:11 PM2h25Pau station5:36 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€441One-way1 transfer
D52 (867217)5:16 PM2h31Pau station7:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€441One-way0 transfers
D52 (867241) · D51 (866464)8:24 AM2h18Pau station10:42 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€441One-way1 transfer
85845:26 PM2h10Pau station7:36 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€391One-way0 transfers
85607:25 AM2h15Pau station9:40 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€461One-way0 transfers
8544+
L52 (867257)4:25 PM2h15Pau station6:40 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€521One-way1 transfer
D52 (867241) · D51 (866464)8:24 AM2h18Pau station10:42 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€441One-way1 transfer
L52 (867108)5:57 AM2h19Pau station8:16 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€441One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Pau to Bordeaux
Trains from Pau to Bordeaux run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 4:58 AM |
Last train 9:22 PM |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Pau to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Bordeaux trains for today, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
D52 (867112) | 8:33 AM Pau station | 2h16 | 10:49 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8562 | 9:53 AM Pau station | 2h13 | 12:06 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8536+ L52 (867245) | 11:15 AM Pau station | 2h31 | 1:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
8582 | 1:24 PM Pau station | 2h16 | 3:40 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
D52 (867211) | 2:20 PM Pau station | 2h25 | 4:45 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
L52 (867215) | 3:42 PM Pau station | 2h25 | 6:07 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
14151+ D51 (866478) | 3:54 PM Pau station | 3h09 | 7:03 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
8584 | 5:26 PM Pau station | 2h10 | 7:36 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
L52 (867114) | 6:17 PM Pau station | 2h20 | 8:37 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
D52 (867223) | 7:14 PM Pau station | 2h27 | 9:41 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8588 | 8:07 PM Pau station | 2h04 | 10:11 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, October 12 | |||||
L52 (867201) | 5:02 AM Pau station | 2h30 | 7:32 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
L52 (867108) | 5:57 AM Pau station | 2h19 | 8:16 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Pau to Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pau to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pau to Bordeaux
Most Pau to Bordeaux trains use the Pau to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Pau and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Pau station do trains to Bordeaux leave from?
Getting to Pau from Pau city centre
Pau 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Berry, Les Papilles Insolites
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pau: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parc Beaumont, Quality Hotel Pau Centre Bosquet, Hotel Le Bourbon.
Which Bordeaux station do trains from Pau arrive at?
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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