What is the cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Pau?

The cheapest way to get from La Rochelle to Pau is to rideshare which costs €25 and takes 4h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Pau?

The fastest way to get from La Rochelle to Pau is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between La Rochelle and Pau?

No, there is no direct bus from La Rochelle to Pau. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Pau via Bordeaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between La Rochelle and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from La Rochelle to Pau. However, there are services departing from La Rochelle and arriving at Pau via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from La Rochelle to Pau?

The distance between La Rochelle and Pau is 426 km. The road distance is 380.8 km.

How do I travel from La Rochelle to Pau without a car?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Pau without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €40 - €120.

How long does it take to get from La Rochelle to Pau?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from La Rochelle to Pau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Pau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the La Rochelle to Pau train from?

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

Train or bus from La Rochelle to Pau?

The best way to get from La Rochelle to Pau is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the La Rochelle to Pau bus arrive?

La Rochelle to Pau bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux station.

Where does the La Rochelle to Pau train arrive?

La Rochelle to Pau train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.

Can I drive from La Rochelle to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between La Rochelle to Pau is 381 km. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from La Rochelle to Pau.

How do I get a train ticket from La Rochelle to Pau?

Book your La Rochelle to Pau train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Rochelle to Pau?

Book your La Rochelle to Pau bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Pau?

There are 648+ hotels available in Pau.

Can I share a ride from La Rochelle to Pau?

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

La Rochelle to Pau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from La Rochelle to Pau by train (TGV), bus, car, or rideshare

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from La Rochelle to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain 591A / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Pautrain Ter
5h 50m
€42–118
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle - Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 15m
€19–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Rochelle to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Paubus N765
5h 55m
€33–46
Drive 380.8 km
1. Drive from La Rochelle to Paucar 380.8 km
3h 42m
€59–85
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from La Rochelle to Paurideshare 382.9 km
4h 46m
€25

La Rochelle to Pau by train

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5h 50mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from La Rochelle to Pau.

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Distance: 426.3 km
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between La Rochelle, France and Pau, France?

You can take a train from La Rochelle to Pau via Bordeaux St Jean in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from La Rochelle to Pau via Bordeaux in around 5h 55m.

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