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How to travel from Porto to Bordeaux St-Jean by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Porto to Bordeaux St-Jean? Look no further.
There are around 1 train per day running between Porto and Bordeaux St-Jean, which usually take 31 hours 50 minutes to complete the 479 miles (772 km) journey. It can take as little as 31 hours 50 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Bordeaux St-Jean from Porto, you'll just need to make 7 changes along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Porto to Bordeaux St-Jean if you book in advance. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Porto to Bordeaux St-Jean by train
| First train | 08:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 08:00 | |
| Departure station | Porto | |
| Arrival station | Bordeaux St-Jean | |
| Journey time | From 31h 50m | |
| Distance | 479 miles (772 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 7 changes | |
| Train and bus operators | Internorte, BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, Rede Expressos, Inter 2000, ALSA |
FAQs about the train journey from Porto to Bordeaux St-Jean
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Cheap train tickets from Porto to Bordeaux St-Jean
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 Porto to Bordeaux St-Jean 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.