What is the cheapest way to get from Lyon to Pau?

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Pau is to rideshare which costs €47 and takes 8h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lyon to Pau?

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Pau is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs €240 - €650.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Pau?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at Pau. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Pau. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Pau via Toulouse Matabiau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Lyon to Pau?

The distance between Lyon and Pau is 538 km. The road distance is 633.7 km.

How do I travel from Lyon to Pau without a car?

The best way to get from Lyon to Pau without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs €150 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Lyon to Pau?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Lyon to Pau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Pau bus from?

Lyon to Pau bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Pau train from?

Lyon to Pau train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Pau?

The best way to get from Lyon to Pau is to fly which takes 4h 13m and costs €240 - €650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €270 and takes 7h 25m, you could also bus via Toulouse, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the Lyon to Pau bus arrive?

Lyon to Pau bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station.

Where does the Lyon to Pau train arrive?

Lyon to Pau train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Pau is 634 km. It takes approximately 7h 34m to drive from Lyon to Pau.

How do I get a train ticket from Lyon to Pau?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lyon to Pau?

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Where can I stay near Pau?

There are 760+ hotels available in Pau.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Pau?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lyon and Pau. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 10 ways to get from Lyon to Pau by plane, train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, train (TGV, Renfe), or car

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Fly to Pau Pyrénées Airport
best
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF)plane LYS - PUF
4h 13m
€248–618
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Paurideshare 634.8 km
8h 26m
€47
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Toulouse Matabiautrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain Ter / ...
7h 25m
€154–261
Bus via Toulouse
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 45m
€65–118
Fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane LYS - BIQ
2. Take the train from Bayonne to Pautrain
5h 31m
€116–333
Fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane LYS - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain
6h 19m
€102–279
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LYS - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Pautrain
6h 38m
€103–258
Train via Montpellier
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Montpellier Saint-Rochtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Toulouse Matabiautrain Ter
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain Ter
7h 46m
€115–264
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Paubus FlixBus N716
12h 30m
€65–120
Drive 633.7 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Paucar 633.7 km
7h 34m
€99–143

Lyon to Pau by train

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7h 25mAverage Duration

€154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 538.1 km
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Pau, France?

Twin Jet and Air France fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Pau via Toulouse Matabiau in around 7h 25m.

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