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Looking forward to experiencing the wholesome beauty of Bordeaux? Board a train from Paris to Bordeaux St-Jean for a comfortable and exciting journey. Avoid the hassle of getting airport transfers or arriving at the airport two hours before your flight departs. Furthermore, trains are friendlier to the environment and you will get the chance to bask in the beauty of the French landscape as the train blasts through the countryside.
Due to the popularity of the route among locals and tourists alike, SNCF provides 21 trains from Paris to Bordeaux St-Jean every day. Let TGV high-speed trains take you right at the heart of the city and in slightly over two hours, you could be taking a dip at the famous Le Miroir d'Eau or enjoying some music at the Rock School Barbey, both within walking distance. The ultra-modern TGV trains will have you travel in style and comfort no matter what class of travel you choose.
Bordeaux is full of tourist attractions waiting to be explored - from the Grand Theater de Bordeaux to the majestic Holy Cross Church, there are a lot of places you can visit on the station's doorstep with no need to drive. If you do fancy heading a little further out, why not check out the Marathon du Médoc? What are you waiting for? Find train tickets, train times, prices and information about the train journey from Paris to Bordeaux St-Jean below.
| First train | 6:11 am | |
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| Last train | 9:40 pm | |
| Departure station | Paris | |
| Arrival station | Bordeaux St-Jean | |
| Journey time | From 2h 2m | |
| Distance | 310 miles (499 km) | |
| Frequency | 22 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $19.71 | |
| Train and bus operators | ALSA, BlaBlaCar Bus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours, Flixbus, Inter 2000, OUIGO, SNCF Voyageurs |
OUIGO is the low-cost, high-speed train service operated by the French national train company SNCF. Despite having only one class on board, OUIGO trains offer the same comfort as Second Class seats on TGV trains, although OUIGO tickets are only available to purchase online. To make your journey as smooth as possible, arrive at least 30 minutes before departure and bear in mind that there's an additional fee for bringing a suitcase with you, having a seat with power sockets and travelling with a stroller/buggy.
OUIGO comes with only one class, Standard Class, which is the equivalent of TGV's Second Class. On board you'll find WiFi and a café-bar (on services in Spain). There may be a trolley service on Train Classique services in France. You can pay extra to guarantee a seat with a power outlet, as not all seats currently have one.
What baggage limits are there? | One piece of hand baggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin baggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus. |
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What food and drink is available? | On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.) |
What special assistance is available? | For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart). |
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