Paris to Bordeaux by train
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Overview: trains from Paris to Bordeaux
Find the key information for travelling by train from Paris to Bordeaux, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Paris to Bordeaux by train
Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Paris to Bordeaux? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 500 kilometres.
Train cost between Paris and Bordeaux: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$17.52, then go to AU$70, if booked a month in advance, and AU$70, if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.
Train times for travel between Paris and Bordeaux
If you are taking the train from Paris to Bordeaux, you will have 109 trains each day (with a departure every 3 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:00. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:39. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:32, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:39.
How long does the train from Paris to Bordeaux take?
The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 3 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 500 kilometres.
When are tickets between Paris and Bordeaux available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Paris and Bordeaux can be purchased 12 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
Making the most of your Paris to Bordeaux travels
To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Bordeaux.
FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Bordeaux
Want to know more about your journey from Paris to Bordeaux? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train journey between Paris and Bordeaux spans 500 kilometres.
The cheapest fare for this route is AU$17.52. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost AU$70. A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs AU$70.
Tickets for this route go on sale 12 months in advance of the departure date.
The fastest journey on this route takes 2 hours and 3 minutes.
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