There are several trains a day to Lourdes from the main French railway stations.
From Paris Montparnasse, in particular, by TGV.
From Paris Austerlitz, the Le Pyrénéen night train gets you to Lourdes in the early morning, so you can make the most of your day.
Thanks to the liO Occitanie network, you can also travel to Lourdes from many towns in the region on TER regional trains – a convenient way to explore the Pyrenees without a car.
It’s easy to get to Lourdes thanks to the long-distance bus services connecting the town to France’s major cities. A convenient way to travel at your own pace and enjoy easy access to the Pyrenees.
Thanks to Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport, getting to Lourdes is easy from France and a number of European destinations. Scheduled flights connect the destination to Paris-Orly, London, Brussels-Charleroi, Dublin, Milan, Rome, Naples, Palermo, Catania, Malta and Kraków, with seasonal services available at certain times of the year. Located just a few minutes from Lourdes, the airport offers quick access to the town and serves as a prime gateway to the Pyrenees.
By car, Lourdes is easily accessible from the main towns and cities of the South-West and is an ideal gateway to the Pyrenees. This mode of transport offers great freedom to explore the surrounding valleys, mountain passes and major natural sites at your own pace. To minimise the environmental impact of your journey, please also consider car-sharing wherever possible.
Travelling with others is also a lovely way to start your holiday. Car-sharing makes it easy to get to Lourdes whilst sharing transport costs and reducing the journey’s environmental impact. It’s a simple way to combine a friendly atmosphere with more responsible travel.
Lourdes, which lies on the Vélosud – one of the major cycle routes in the south of France – is a favourite stop for cyclists. Whether you’re on a long-distance tour or just popping over for a short break, it’s easy to reach this destination and enjoy a region that’s perfect for exploring the Pyrenees at your own pace.
There are various signposted routes leading to Lourdes.
The GR101, the Lourdes Trail, connects the Puy route (GR65) and the Arles route (GR653) to our town. The GR101 then continues southwards to join the GR10.
The GR78, the Chemin du Piémont, links Béziers to Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. It passes through Lourdes, marking an important stage for pilgrims on the Way of St James.
The GR782, the ‘Chemin Henri IV’, connects Pau to Lourdes.
If you’re travelling by train
Access Plus service.
Assistance for people with disabilities or those with reduced mobility.
Accès Plus is a free service providing assistance at the station and escorting passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility to their seats on the train.
Service available 7 days a week.
Find all accessibility information on the SNCF website
If you’re travelling by plane
The staff at Tarbes Lourdes Pyrénées Airport are specially trained to welcome people with disabilities and ensure they travel in comfort.
A completely free passenger assistance service is available for this purpose.
Various facilities are available at the airport, including:
- a rest room
- lift trucks to assist with boarding and alighting
- lifts of suitable dimensions
- wheelchairs available
- a dedicated security checkpoint for passengers with reduced mobility
Discover the full range of services for passengers with reduced mobility offered byTarbes Lourdes Pyrénées Airport.