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Travelling from Bordeaux to Aachen Hbf by train
If you're planning to travel from Bordeaux to Aachen Hbf, we're here to help!
On average, the train journey from Bordeaux to Aachen Hbf takes around 8 hours 39 minutes. There are normally 13 trains per day travelling from Bordeaux to Aachen Hbf.
You'll have to make 1 change on your journey to Aachen Hbf, as there are no direct trains.
Trains on this route are operated by Eurostar, TGV, ICE and SNCF.
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Trains to Aachen Hbf from Bordeaux
| First train | 06:46 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:03 | |
| Departure station | Bordeaux | |
| Arrival station | Aachen Hbf | |
| Journey time | From 5h 47m | |
| Distance | 513 miles (826 km) | |
| Frequency | 13 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, European_Sleeper, Eurostar, OUIGO, SNCF, ÖBB |
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TGV, OUIGO, Intercités and SNCF trains from Bordeaux to Aachen Hbf
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TGV is the high-speed train service of the SNCF company. It connects the major cities of France at speeds of up to 200 mph (320 km/h). All TGV trains are equipped with a food carriage, a free WiFi connection, power sockets and fold-down tables. Two comfort classes are offered – First Class and Second Class, with flexible fare options available and access to the Grand Voyageur lounge in some stations.
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OUIGO is the low-cost brand of French rail company SNCF, who operate trains in France and Spain. In France, all seats on OUIGO are Second Class and tickets can only be purchased online. You can also pay for additional extras, such as reserving a seat in the ‘quiet area’, at-seat power sockets and extra luggage. OUIGO has been operating in Spain since May 2021, and their trains include an onboard bar and a premium class of service called OUIGO Plus.
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Intercités is the classic service of SNCF. The Intercités lines are an important part of the French rail network. Trains make more stops and are cheaper than TGVs, and run at speeds of up to 100 mph (160 km/h). Two comfort classes are offered aboard Intercités – First Class and Second Class. Intercités by night allows you to travel at night on certain routes, in sleeper cars.
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SNCF is the national train operator of France. It operates all domestic trains and routes across France, as well as international services to Spain and Germany. There are three different types of domestic trains that operate under the SNCF banner – TGV (high-speed, full-service trains that connect the major cities in France), Intercités (usually a more frequent stopping service, but with all the amenities), and TER (regional train services with basic onboard facilities).
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Bordeaux to Aachen Hbf?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Be flexible with your travel times
2. Buy a rail pass
3. Choose a slower or connecting train
4. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
5. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.