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

The cheapest way to get from Pau to Arcachon is to bus and train which costs €25 - €55 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pau to Arcachon is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €110.

Is there a direct train between Pau and Arcachon?

No, there is no direct train from Pau to Arcachon. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at Arcachon via Facture Biganos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Pau to Arcachon?

The distance between Pau and Arcachon is 212 km. The road distance is 188.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pau to Arcachon without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Pau to Arcachon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pau to Arcachon train from?

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

Where does the Pau to Arcachon train arrive?

Pau to Arcachon train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Facture Biganos station.

Can I drive from Pau to Arcachon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pau to Arcachon is 189 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Pau to Arcachon.

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

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Where can I stay near Arcachon?

There are 2499+ hotels available in Arcachon.

Pau to Arcachon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Pau to Arcachon by train, bus, or car

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 Pau to Facture Biganostrain Ter
2h 47m
€36–110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pau - Technopôle Héliparc to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Arcachontrain Ter
4h 10m
€25–55
Drive 188.8 km
1. Drive from Pau to Arcachoncar 188.8 km
3h 4m
€29–42

Pau to Arcachon by train

33Weekly Trains

2h 47mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.6 km
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Pau to Facture Biganos 5 times a day. Tickets cost €30–70 and the journey takes 1h 59m.

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