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Marseille to Pau train

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Information about the Marseille to Pau train

Travel by train from Marseille to Pau. 8 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Marseille at 7h 20m and the last at 21h 31m, allowing you to cover the 642 km distance in as little as 6h 31m. Tickets are available from 86€ (1).

Cheap train tickets from Marseille to Pau

How much does a train ticket from Marseille to Pau cost?

Get the best fares by booking your train ticket in advance. If you are flexible, when booking your ticket, take the time to look for the cheapest dates and times for your journey. Keep an eye on the best offers by adding an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Marseille to Pau take?

The journey on a train from Marseille to Pau takes approximately 9h 57m, depending on the operator.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Marseille to Pau?

The minimum time to travel by train between Marseille and Pau is 6h 31m.

How many trains run from Marseille to Pau each day?

8 trains complete the Marseille to Pau journey each day.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Marseille and Pau?

You can reach Pau from Marseille via Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Marseille and Pau by train?

The train journey between Marseille and Pau, covers around 642 km.

What time is the first train from Marseille to Pau?

Depart from Marseille on the first train at 7h 20m.

What time is the last train from Marseille to Pau?

If you prefer to arrive later, you can take the last train departing Marseille at 21h 31m.

To leave Marseille, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains listed on this page depart from: MARSEILLE SAINT-CHARLES, MARSEILLE BLANCARDE.

At Pau, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains listed on this page arrive at: PAU.

Which train companies operate trains from Marseille to Pau?

You can complete your journey from Marseille to Pau on a Intercités, TER, TGV INOUI train.

What services are offered on board?

With INTERCITÉS, travel with your family. Six-seat sections, changing tables, and play areas are available on board so your children can enjoy the journey as much as you do.

If you travel on a TGV INOUI, indulge in a tasty break in the bar carriage, which welcomes you to a newly renovated space. Completely redesigned, it showcases dishes created by chefs, vegetarian options, organic and local products, so that your journey is also a culinary adventure.

If you travel frequently on TER, discover TER subscriptions and enjoy discounts for travel in each region (excluding Île-de-France). Subscribe in just a few clicks via SNCF Connect.

Take a train from Marseille to Pau

The train journey between Marseille and Pau is with Intercités, TER, TGV INOUI. Trains generally leave from MARSEILLE SAINT-CHARLES, MARSEILLE BLANCARDE and arrive at PAU.

Journey times vary according to the time you travel, the train you take and if you need to change trains. The shortest journeys take 6h 31m, while the average journey time is 9h 57m.

8 trains on average run every day on the Marseille - Pau line. The first train leaves as 7h 20m, and the last at 21h 31m. These times may vary depending on the day of the week.

The cost of a Marseille - Pau train fare varies according to several criteria, such as the date, train time, or the class chosen...

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Pau?

The price of a Marseille – Pau train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Marseille to Pau thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Pau.

Price of a Marseille – Pau Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Pau: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Marseille to Pau at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Marseille – Pau

Looking for a promotion on your train ticket from Marseille to Pau? Keep an eye out all year round. The latest deals and flash sales are listed on our dedicated SNCF Connect Promotions page. Feel free to subscribe to our newsletter in your customer account to stay informed about upcoming offers and enjoy our low prices. If you have the app, remember to enable notifications, as well.

Last-minute Marseille – Pau Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Marseille to Pau. For last-minute train tickets from Marseille to Pau, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Marseille to Pau and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Marseille - Pau. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Which companies operate the train from Marseille to Pau?

If you're travelling from Marseille to Pau, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Intercités

INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Marseille to Pau with INTERCITÉS: choose your seat if you're travelling 1st Class and enjoy an even more comfy journey. Easy and quick: access your e-ticket via the SNCF Connect app.

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What travel classes are available on the Marseille to Pau train?

To travel from Marseille to Pau, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Intercités

Travel from Marseille to Pau on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy seats
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom 
    Individual power socket
  • Space to store your luggage

What on-board services are available on the Marseille to Pau train?

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Marseille to Pau route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Intercités

  • Travel connected

    You can now connect easily and free to the Internet on board of your INTERCITÉS train on the line Paris - Clermont-Ferrand and Paris - Limoges - Toulouse.

  • For gourmands

    Order our catering offer with local, high quelity products online, they will be served at your seat on board.

  • For families

    Find squares with 6 places, a nursery area and play areas for children!

  • In case of delays

    With Garantie G30, I have a guarantee in case of a 30 minutes delay, no matter the reason.

    Order
  • Private space for the night

    Privatize your own 1st class compartment (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).

  • Night space for woman

    You can reserve your place for free in the compartment reserved for women during your overnight train trips by ticking "Space ladies only" when booking online.

  • Room for your suitcases,

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Showers at the station

    Need to freshen up? If you're traveling in First Class on a night train, you can enjoy shower facilities upon arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations!

Marseille to Pau train schedule for Tuesday 18 August 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 20m 13h 51m 6h 31m Intercités
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    Intercités 4756
  • Arles
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Sete
  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Connection: 19 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    Intercités 14143
  • Saint-Gaudens
  • Tarbes
  • Lourdes
  • Pau
9h 25m 15h 56m 6h 31m Intercités
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    Intercités 4758
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Beziers
  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Connection: 21 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    Intercités 14151
  • Saint-Gaudens
  • Tarbes
  • Lourdes
  • Pau
11h 22m 18h 02m 6h 40m Intercités, TER
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    Intercités 4760
  • Arles
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Sete
  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Connection: 16 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    TER 72735
  • Saint-Agne
  • Muret
  • Boussens
  • Saint-Gaudens
  • Montrejeau - Gourdan-Polignan
  • Lannemezan
  • Capvern
  • Tournay
  • Tarbes
  • Lourdes
  • Coarraze - Nay
  • Pau
13h 22m 20h 06m 6h 44m Intercités, TER
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    Intercités 4762
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Beziers
  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Connection: 17 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    TER 72737
  • Saint-Agne
  • Muret
  • Boussens
  • Saint-Gaudens
  • Montrejeau - Gourdan-Polignan
  • Lannemezan
  • Capvern
  • Tournay
  • Tarbes
  • Lourdes
  • Coarraze - Nay
  • Pau
15h 26m 22h 05m 6h 39m Intercités, TER
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    Intercités 4764
  • Nimes Centre
  • Montpellier Saint-Roch
  • Beziers
  • Narbonne
  • Carcassonne
  • Toulouse Matabiau
  • Connection: 15 min
  • Toulouse Matabiau
    TER 72739
  • Saint-Agne
  • Muret
  • Carbonne
  • Cazeres-Sur-Garonne
  • Boussens
  • Saint-Gaudens
  • Montrejeau - Gourdan-Polignan
  • Lannemezan
  • Tournay
  • Tarbes
  • Lourdes
  • Coarraze - Nay
  • Pau
17h 36m 8h 43m 15h 07m TGV INOUI, Intercités, TER
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 6128
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 48 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    Intercités 3731
  • Les Aubrais
  • Biganos Facture
  • Dax
  • Connection: 1h00
  • Dax
    TER 67208
  • Puyoo
  • Orthez
  • Artix
  • Pau
17h 36m 8h 51m 15h 15m TGV INOUI, Intercités
Booking
  • Marseille Saint-Charles
    TGV INOUI 6128
  • Aix-En-Provence Tgv
  • Avignon Tgv
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
  • Connection: 48 min
  • Paris Austerlitz
    Intercités 3731
  • Les Aubrais
  • Biganos Facture
  • Dax
  • Saint-Vincent-De-Tyrosse
  • Bayonne
  • Orthez
  • Pau
21h 31m 13h 33m 16h 02m Intercités, TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Marseille Blancarde
    Intercités 5772
  • Paris Austerlitz
  • Connection: 57 min
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 8533
  • Poitiers
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
  • Dax
  • Connection: 1h13
  • Dax
    TER 67246
  • Puyoo
  • Orthez
  • Artix
  • Pau