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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Pau is to bus via Bayonne which costs €30 - €95 and takes 10h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Pau is to fly and train which takes 5h 59m and costs €50 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Pau?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Pau. However, there are services departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Pau via San Sebastian / Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Pau. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Pau via Amara-Donostia and Hendaye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Madrid to Pau?

The distance between Madrid and Pau is 711 km. The road distance is 538.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Pau without a car is to train which takes 9h and costs €60 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Madrid to Pau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Pau bus from?

Madrid to Pau bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Pau train from?

Madrid to Pau train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Pau?

The best way to get from Madrid to Pau is to train which takes 9h and costs €60 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €110 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Madrid to Pau bus arrive?

Madrid to Pau bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Madrid to Pau train arrive?

Madrid to Pau train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at San Sebastian/Donostia station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Pau is 538 km. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Madrid to Pau.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pau?

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Madrid to Pau - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Madrid to Pau by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Pautrain Intercités / ...
9h
€62–120
Bus via Bayonne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Bayonnebus FlixBus N1149
2. Take the bus from Bayonne to Paubus FlixBus S786 / ...
10h 21m
€31–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus Alsa
2. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to Paubus FlixBus S786 / ...
9h 40m
€34–103
Drive 538.5 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Paucar 538.5 km
6h 16m
€84–121
Fly to San Sebastián Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to San Sebastián Airport (EAS)plane MAD - EAS
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Pautrain
5h 59m
€51–280
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv / ...
2. Take the bus from San Sebastian / Donostia to Paubus FlixBus S786 / ...
9h 25m
€49–113
Fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane MAD - TLS
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain
7h 33m
€64–226
Fly to Bilbao Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bilbao Airport (BIO)plane MAD - BIO
2. Take the bus from Airport Loiu Bilbao to Donostia / San Sebastiánbus
3. Take the train from Hendaye to Pautrain
7h 59m
€58–178
Fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MAD - BOD
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Pautrain
8h 2m
€66–240
Fly to Pamplona Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Pamplona Airport (PNA)plane MAD - PNA
2. Take the bus from Pamplona to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus
3. Take the train from Hendaye to Pautrain
8h 50m
€63–373

Madrid to Pau by train and foot

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9hAverage Duration

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Distance: 711.5 km
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Pau, France?

You can take a train from Madrid Chamartín to Pau via San Sebastian/Donostia, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, and Hendaye in around 9h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Pau via San Sebastian / Donostia in around 9h 40m.

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