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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Pau is to bus which costs €55 - €95 and takes 14h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Pau is to bus and fly which takes 6h 43m and costs €240 - €600.

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Pau?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Pau. However, there are services departing from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) and arriving at Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Pau. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Pau via Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet and Massy Tgv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Pau?

The distance between Chamonix and Pau is 737 km. The road distance is 843.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pau without a car is to train via Antony which takes 12h 54m and costs €160 - €390.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Chamonix to Pau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pau bus from?

Chamonix to Pau bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pau train from?

Chamonix to Pau train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Pau?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pau is to train via Antony which takes 12h 54m and costs €160 - €390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Chamonix to Pau bus arrive?

Chamonix to Pau bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Perrache Bus Station.

Where does the Chamonix to Pau train arrive?

Chamonix to Pau train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Massy TGV station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Pau is 844 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Chamonix to Pau.

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

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Chamonix to Pau - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 12 ways to get from Chamonix to Pau by bus, plane, train (TGV), car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Pau Pyrénées Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF)plane LYS - PUF
6h 43m
€247–587
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - Perrache Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 45m
€58–95
Train via Antony
1. Take the train from Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet to Massy TGVtrain 081G
2. Take the train from Massy Tgv to Pautrain Tgv
12h 54m
€160–385
Drive 843.9 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Paucar 843.9 km
8h 24m
€128–185
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Pau Pyrénées Airport
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF)plane GVA - PUF
8h 3m
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)plane LYS - BIQ
3. Take the train from Bayonne to Pautrain
8h 12m
€70–330
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane LYS - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain
9h 8m
€67–188
Bus to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane LYS - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Pautrain
9h 37m
€73–232
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane GVA - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain
8h 28m
Bus to Geneva International Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur to Geneva Airportbus
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Pautrain
8h 52m
Train
1. Take the train from St Gervais Les Bains Le Fayet to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Toulouse Matabiautrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain Ter
13h 37m
€107–194
Bus via Lyon
1. Take the bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Lyonbus S766 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Paubus FlixBus N716
17h 30m
€74–117

Chamonix to Pau by train

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12h 54mAverage Duration

€160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 736.7 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Pau via Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains-Le Fayet, and Massy Tgv in around 12h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) to Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via Lyon - Perrache Bus Station in around 14h 45m.

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