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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Pau is to bus which costs €24 - €65 and takes 8h 56m.

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 6h 9m and costs €50 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Pau?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid station to Pau. However, there are services departing from Madrid - South Station and arriving at Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

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 10m.

How far is it from Madrid to Pau?

The distance between Madrid and Pau is 621 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 bus which takes 8h 56m and costs €24 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Madrid - South 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 bus which takes 8h 56m and costs €24 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Madrid to Pau bus arrive?

Madrid to Pau bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop 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?

There are 622+ hotels available in Pau.

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madrid - South Station to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 56m
€24–61
Bus via Burgos
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Burgosbus Alsa
2. Take the bus from Burgos to Paubus FlixBus N1155
9h 15m
€21–84
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Pautrain Intercités / ...
9h 10m
€62–120
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
6h 9m
€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 38m
€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
8h 12m
€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
9h 5m
€63–383

Madrid to Pau by bus

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8h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 620.6 km
Duration: 8h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Madrid - South Station to Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop in around 8h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madrid Chamartín to Pau via San Sebastian/Donostia, Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, and Hendaye in around 9h 10m.

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