Bordeaux to Edinburgh train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Bordeaux to Edinburgh by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bordeaux to Edinburgh take around 10 hours and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,252 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bordeaux is scheduled to depart at around  05:16. The last departure is usually at around 21:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bordeaux at around 05:10, with the last train leaving at around 21:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 47 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 8 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £280.09.

We think any time is a great time to visit Edinburgh, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Edinburgh.

Is there a direct train from Bordeaux to Edinburgh?

The journey between Bordeaux and Edinburgh usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Bordeaux to Edinburgh?

The Bordeaux to Edinburgh train travel takes about 10 hours and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bordeaux to Edinburgh train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Edinburgh leaving Bordeaux at around 05:16 and the last train leaving at around 21:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bordeaux at around 05:10, with the final departure at 21:20.