The cheapest and fastest trains from Pau to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
€34
Average price
€46
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Trains per day
9
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 €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
Of the 9 trains that leave Pau for Bordeaux on Wed, Nov 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 2 h 21 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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Compare bus, train, and flight for Pau to Bordeaux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pau to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. 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 €10, and a flight costs an average of €356.
Distance: 172 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€34 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €560 Average price |
3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 56m Average total duration 11h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Pau to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Bordeaux trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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867241 · 866464 | On time 7:24 AM Pau station | 2h20 | 9:44 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
867205 | On time 9:22 AM Pau station | 2h21 | 11:43 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8580 | On time 10:32 AM Pau station | 2h08 | 12:40 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
867209 | On time 11:45 AM Pau station | 2h23 | 2:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8582 | On time 12:28 PM Pau station | 2h15 | 2:43 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
867247 · 866474 | On time 2:14 PM Pau station | 2h29 | 4:43 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
867217 | On time 4:23 PM Pau station | 2h21 | 6:44 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8586 | On time 5:28 PM Pau station | 2h16 | 7:44 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
867261 · 866484 | On time 6:08 PM Pau station | 2h31 | 8:39 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pau to Bordeaux
Trains from Pau to Bordeaux run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 21:22 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF Intercités, SNCF from Pau to Bordeaux trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF TER, SNCF Intercités, SNCF trains will get you between Pau and Bordeaux from €10. 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 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Pau, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bordeaux-Saint-Jean, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pau to Bordeaux
- 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
- 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
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