What is the cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Pau?

The cheapest way to get from Île de Ré to Pau is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Pau?

The fastest way to get from Île de Ré to Pau is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Île de Ré and Pau?

No, there is no direct bus from Île de Ré to Pau. However, there are services departing from Sablanceaux and arriving at Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via La Rochelle and Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Île de Ré and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Île de Ré to Pau. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle Ville and arriving at Pau via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Île de Ré to Pau?

The distance between Île de Ré and Pau is 441 km. The road distance is 399.8 km.

How do I travel from Île de Ré to Pau without a car?

The best way to get from Île de Ré to Pau without a car is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs €70 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Île de Ré to Pau?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Île de Ré to Pau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Île de Ré to Pau bus from?

Île de Ré to Pau bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Rochelle station.

Where do I catch the Île de Ré to Pau train from?

Île de Ré to Pau train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from La Rochelle Ville station.

Train or bus from Île de Ré to Pau?

The best way to get from Île de Ré to Pau is to train which takes 7h 10m and costs €70 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 47m.

Where does the Île de Ré to Pau bus arrive?

Île de Ré to Pau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bayonne station.

Where does the Île de Ré to Pau train arrive?

Île de Ré to Pau train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Île de Ré to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Île de Ré to Pau is 400 km. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Île de Ré to Pau.

Where can I stay near Pau?

There are 717+ hotels available in Pau.

Île de Ré to Pau - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Île de Ré to Pau by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle Ville to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Pautrain Tgv
7h 10m
€72–132
Bus
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1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 47m
€34–66
Drive 399.8 km
1. Drive from La Flotte to Paucar 399.8 km
3h 58m
€64–92

Île de Ré to Pau by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 441.5 km
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Île de Ré, France and Pau, France?

You can take a bus from Sablanceaux to Pau via Gare routière, La Rochelle Ville, and Bordeaux St Jean in around 7h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sablanceaux to Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via La Rochelle and Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop in around 8h 47m.

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