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 €35 - €60 and takes 8h 12m.

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 €75 - €110.

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 via La Rochelle - Bus Station, Gare Saint-Jean and Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

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 6h 39m.

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 6h 39m and costs €75 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from La Rochelle - Bus 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 6h 39m and costs €75 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Île de Ré to Pau bus arrive?

Île de Ré to Pau bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop 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 693+ 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 Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Pautrain Tgv
6h 39m
€77–132
Bus
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1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Paubus N765 / ...
8h 12m
€36–55
Drive 399.8 km
1. Drive from La Flotte to Paucar 399.8 km
3h 58m
€76–109

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

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Distance: 441.4 km
Duration: 6h 39m

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 6h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sablanceaux to Pau via Gare routière, La Rochelle - Bus Station, Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop, Gare Saint-Jean, Meca, and Bordeaux in around 8h 12m.

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