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

The cheapest way to get from Pau to Castres is to bus which costs €5 - €19 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pau to Castres is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Pau and Castres?

No, there is no direct train from Pau to Castres. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at Castres via Toulouse Matabiau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Pau to Castres?

The distance between Pau and Castres is 284 km. The road distance is 260.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Pau to Castres without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 42m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Pau to Castres, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pau to Castres train from?

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

Train or bus from Pau to Castres?

The best way to get from Pau to Castres is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs €30 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €19 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Pau to Castres train arrive?

Pau to Castres train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Can I drive from Pau to Castres?

Yes, the driving distance between Pau to Castres is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Pau to Castres.

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

Book your Pau to Castres train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Castres?

There are 403+ hotels available in Castres.

Can I share a ride from Pau to Castres?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pau to Castres by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pau to ToulouseFlixBus S786 / ...
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to CastresTer
4h 42m
€31–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pau to Toulouse Matabiau
2. Take the bus from TOULOUSE - Les Argoulets to CASTRES - Gare Routière760
4h 52m
€6–18
Train
1. Take the train from Pau to Toulouse MatabiauTer / ...
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to CastresTer
4h 42m
€32–71
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Pau to Castres261.1 km
3h 37m
€17
Drive 260.7 km
1. Drive from Pau to Castres260.7 km
2h 54m
€40–58

Pau to Castres by bus and train

38Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283.7 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Pau, France and Castres, Occitanie, France?

You can take a train from Pau to Castres via Toulouse Matabiau in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pau to CASTRES - Gare Routière via Gare De Toulouse-Matabiau, Marengo-SNCF, Argoulets, and TOULOUSE - Les Argoulets in around 4h 52m.

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