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Travelling by high-speed train from Paris to Bordeaux
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Planning a day trip from Paris to Bordeaux by train? Start your journey with us!
The train from Paris to Bordeaux usually takes 2 hours and 14 minutes but can take just 2 hours and 3 minutes on the fastest services. You'll be travelling directly on this route with either TGV INOUI or OUIGO. On board, you'll find comfortable seating, space for luggage and, on most services, free WiFi as standard.
Much less stressful than driving, the train from Paris to Bordeaux is a popular route for locals and tourists alike as you cruise through the countryside at speeds up to 198 mph. Why not travel in First Class and enjoy stretching out and watching the world go by in wide, luxurious seating? There’s even a headrest and footrest if you fancy a nap along the way!
Almost every TGV INOUI service running on this route is a brand new, ultra-modern train which features double-decker carriages, comfy seats, fold-down tray tables, two toilets in every carriage, luggage racks, and not one, but two, onboard cafes! For the last 30 minutes of the journey, your taste buds will begin to tingle as you whizz past vineyard after vineyard before crossing the Garonne River and into Bordeaux.
Once you step off the train and out of Bordeaux St-Jean station, it’s just a short stroll to enjoy a wander along the banks of the Garonne, before admiring the majestic Place de la Bourse or the Rue Saint-Catherine shopping street.
Ready to book? Start a search for cheap train tickets from Paris to Bordeaux in our Journey Planner at the top of the page, or keep reading for more information on:
- Paris to Bordeaux by train: key facts
- Train times
- Train operators on this route
- Travel classes from Paris to Bordeaux
- Services on board trains from Paris to Bordeaux
- How to find cheap train tickets
- Travelling from Paris airports to the city centre
- How to get to Paris Montparnasse train station
- Boarding the train from Paris to Bordeaux
- Train stations between Bordeaux and Paris
- Arriving at Bordeaux from Paris
- Using public transport in Bordeaux
- Top things to do in Bordeaux
- Discover France
- Popular train journeys from Bordeaux
- Getting from Bordeaux city centre to the airport
- Explore Europe with a Eurail pass
- FAQs
- Review: Paris to Bordeaux on a high-speed train
Paris to Bordeaux by train
It takes an average of 3h 0m to travel from Paris to Bordeaux by train, over a distance of around 310 miles (499 km). There are normally 20 trains per day travelling from Paris to Bordeaux and tickets for this journey start from £14.48 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:32 | |
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| Last train | 22:13 | |
| Departure station | Paris | |
| Arrival station | Bordeaux | |
| Journey time | From 2h 7m | |
| Distance | 310 miles (499 km) | |
| Frequency | 20 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £14.48 | |
| Train and bus operators | Internorte, OUIGO, BlaBlaCar Bus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours, SNCF, Flixbus, Inter 2000, ALSA, SNCF Voyageurs |
FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Bordeaux
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TGV, OUIGO and SNCF trains from Paris to Bordeaux
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OUIGO
SNCF
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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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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TGV INOUI and OUIGO classes from Paris to Bordeaux
Compare the different travel classes offered by TGV INOUI and OUIGO when travelling from Paris to Bordeaux.
TGV INOUI
OUIGO
Second Class
In Second Class, TGV INOUI allows you to travel comfortably while enjoying the onboard services, such as free WiFi, power sockets and more.
- Free WiFi
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Power sockets
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Reading light
- More legroom
- Quiet area
First Class
Want to travel in style? Upgrade to First Class and you’ll enjoy all the benefits of Second Class as well as some additional perks.
- Free WiFi
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Power sockets
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Reading light
- More legroom
- Quiet area
Standard Class
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 plug socket, as not all seats currently have one.
- Fold-down table
- Luggage storage
- Bar/restaurant carriage (1)
- Catering at your seat (2)
- WiFi (3)
- Power sockets
- (1) Available on OUIGO Spain services only
- (2) Snack service available on some OUIGO Classique trains
- (3) WiFi available for a fee on services in France; may be free in Spain
Onboard services on TGV INOUI and OUIGO
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Paris to Bordeaux.
TGV INOUI
OUIGO
On board TGV INOUI trains, you can take up to 2 pieces of luggage measuring no more than 70 x 90 x 50 cm, plus one hand luggage measuring no more than 40 x 30 x 15 cm. If you are bringing an XL baggage (maximum 90 x 130 cm), it will replace one of the two 70 x 90 x 50 cm pieces of luggage authorised.
All your luggage must be labelled before entering the train.
All TGV INOUI trains are equipped with a café-bar carriage offering a range of food and drink to suit you at any time of day. The Bar is always situated in carriage 4 or 14 of the train. There's a range of local and responsibly sourced products on offer to whet your appetite.
TGV INOUI trains have free WiFi on board for you to use throughout your journey, allowing you to stay connected, reply to emails or even relax and enjoy what's offered on the TGV INOUI entertainment portal.
Children under 12 can get a half price ticket on TGV INOUI trains. Children under 4 travel free when they travel on your lap.
If you've got a foldable bicycle, you can take it on the train as hand luggage, so long as it's no larger than 130 x 90 cm once folded. Or, if you can dismantle your bike, you can transport it in a cover or case no larger than 130 x 90 cm. You can still travel with a bike that cannot be folded or dismantled - you'll need to reserve a bike space on the train when you buy your ticket. Bike tickets cost €10 per bike, per journey.
Small pets are allowed on board TGV INOUI trains provided they weigh less than 10kg. They must travel in a carrier no larger than 45 x 30 x 25 cm. Tickets for small pets cost €7. Larger dogs can also travel on TGV INOUI services, provided they are wearing a muzzle and are kept on a lead. Tickets for larger dogs cost €20. Guide dogs and assistance dogs travel free of charge on all SNCF trains.
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).
One piece of hand luggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin luggage (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.
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.
On OUIGO trains in Spain: OUIBAR is located in coach 4 of each train and offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus snacks.
WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost.
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.
For OUIGO trains in Spain: Passengers under 12 pay €5 per ticket for all journeys.
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.
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.)
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).
Cheap train tickets from Paris to Bordeaux
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Paris to Bordeaux by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
Travelling from the airport to central Paris
If you’re flying to Paris, you’ll need to make your way to the city centre before your journey to Bordeaux. If you want to know how to get to central Paris from the airport, keep reading for more details.
In Paris, there are three major airports:
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Orly Airport (ORY)
- Beauvais Tillé Airport (BVA)
All airports offer a bus and taxi service, but only Charles de Gaulle and Orly have their own dedicated train stations (the nearest train station to Beauvais Tillé is nearby Beauvais). Find out more about transfers to and from airports in Paris.
How to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to central Paris
How to get from Orly Airport to central Paris
How to get from Beauvais Tillé Airport to central Paris
How to get to Paris Montparnasse station
Before your journey to Bordeaux, you need to travel to Paris Montparnasse station. Not sure how to get there? We’ve got you covered!
Trains from Paris Montparnasse
Heading to Paris Montparnasse train station from another part of Paris? You can get there using public transport:
- Metro: Lines 4, 6, 12 and 13 stop at the metro stop Montparnasse-Bienvenüe, where you can transfer on foot to Paris Montparnasse train station.
- Transilien: Transilien line N trains stop at Paris Montparnasse station.
- RATP buses: Buses 28, 91, 94 and 96 stop at Paris Montparnasse train station.
- Night buses: Night buses N01, N02, N12, N13, N61, N62, N63, N66 and N145 stop at Paris Montparnasse train station – these buses run from 12:30 am until 5:30 am.
What if my train doesn’t depart from Paris Montparnasse?
If you are travelling to Bordeaux with OUIGO, some trains depart from other train stations in Paris, such as Massy TGV station. To get to Massy TGV station, you can take an RER train (line B or C).
Boarding the train from Paris to Bordeaux
As soon as you’ve arrived at Paris Montparnasse station, you can make your way to the platform. If you’re travelling with TGV INOUI and you’ve got a Business Première ticket or another eligible ticket, you can take advantage of the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur lounge. Find out more here.
TGV INOUI
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Train stations between Paris and Bordeaux
During your journey from Paris to Bordeaux, the train may stop at certain towns and cities along the way.
The journey from Paris to Bordeaux takes just over 2 hours. Depending on which service you travel on, you can visit some of the most beautiful towns in France, including Tours, Poitiers and Angoulême. Please note that not all trains serve the same stations. In fact, some trains don’t stop anywhere along the way. The stations you are likely to stop at are:
Arriving at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station from Paris
No matter which operator you decide to travel on, your train will arrive at Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.
Located on Rue Charles Domercq, Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station is not far from Bordeaux city centre. From the train station, you can easily get to:
- The Marché des Capucins: this famous market is over 250 years old and is around a 15-minute walk away from the train station.
- Rue Sainte Catherine: a popular shopping street in Bordeaux, you can hop on bus 1 to travel to the city hall which is just a stone’s throw away from the shops. If you’d rather stretch your legs, it’s around a half-hour walk from the train station.
- The Miroir d’Eau: this is the world’s largest reflective pool, reachable in 15 minutes if you catch tram line C from the train station (or it’s a half-hour walk).
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station is served by the following public transport services:
- Trams C and D
- Buses 1, 9, 20, 31 and 35
- Regional TER trains
Using public transport in Bordeaux
Use the city's public transport system if you want to get around Bordeaux quickly and conveniently.
Taking the tram in Bordeaux
Bordeaux has 4 tram lines: A, B, C and D. Trams run from 5am until midnight, Sunday to Wednesday, and 5am until 1am on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. During the day, they run every 3-5 minutes, so you’ll quickly be on your way to explore a new part of the city!
Taking the bus in Bordeaux
Once you’ve arrived in Bordeaux, you’ll be able to get around by bus. You can buy a 24-hour ticket allowing you unlimited journeys on public transport in Bordeaux (including buses and trams) for €5, or around £4.37 (as of November 2023). Children under 5 travel free on buses and other public transport services in Bordeaux.
5 of the best things to do in Bordeaux 🍷
Are you planning to stay in Bordeaux? Keep reading more information on the best things to do during your stay.
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Take in the sights at Place de La Bourse and the famous water mirror. Impressive throughout the day, but especially at sunset, observe the surrounding facades and the colours of the sky reflected on this carpet of water. Budding photographers will be delighted!
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Discover the City of Wine (Cité du Vin). Inaugurated in 2016, this contemporary museum has quickly become a must-see for visits to Bordeaux. During your visit, uncover the history of wine culture and taste some local wines.
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Walk through the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through the historic district of Bordeaux, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007. Admire the picturesque streets and its impressive architecture dating back to the 18th century.
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Cycling on the banks of the Garonne River. If the weather is nice, rent bikes and cycle along the quays. End your walk with a drink or two on the terraces and admire the view of the river.
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Awaken your taste buds with Bordeaux cuisine. Taste local specialities such as canelé, oysters from the Arcachon Basin or even Bordelaise steak.
Discover France
If you’ve enjoyed your time in Bordeaux and want to explore more of France, you can easily reach nearby towns and cities by train. The real question is: where should you go next?
Popular train journeys from Bordeaux
If you’ve enjoyed your time in Bordeaux and want to explore more of France, you can easily reach nearby towns and cities by train. To inspire your next trip, here are some of the most popular train journeys from Bordeaux:
How to get from Bordeaux city centre to the airport
If you're flying home, you might be wondering how to get to the airport from central Bordeaux. Keep reading for more information.
Using public transport to travel to Bordeaux Airport
In Bordeaux, there is just one airport: Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport. If you want to use public transport to get from Bordeaux city centre to the airport, you have a couple of options, including:
- Shuttle bus: There is a direct shuttle bus called 30’Direct which can take you from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station to the airport. A single ticket costs €8, or around £6.99 (as of November 2023).
- Trams: Line A runs to the airport from the city centre. A single trip on the tram costs €1.80, or around £1.57 (as of November 2023).
Explore Europe with an Interrail Pass
Once you’ve finished exploring Bordeaux, why not continue exploring Europe by train? With an Interrail Pass, you can travel across 33 European countries as much as you want on participating European train networks for a set amount of travel days.
If you're a European citizen or a non-European who is an official legal resident of a European country, you can use an Interrail Pass. If you’re an American or Canadian citizen, you can use a Eurail Pass instead.
