Lille to Bordeaux by train

Q: Is there a direct train from Lille to Bordeaux?

The journey between Lille and Bordeaux usually involves one change of train. We have found some direct departures on this route but these are less frequent than routes requiring a change.ZeroZero

Q: How long does it take to travel from Lille to Bordeaux?

The Lille to Bordeaux train travel takes about 4 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.

Cheapest Price US$12.00
30 days in advance US$108.00
7 days in advance US$154.50

First train

05:55
Last train

17:16

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

4hr 32m

Distance

702 kilometres
Trains per day

16

Avg. journey time

5hr 9m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 07, 2026

Travelling from Lille to Bordeaux by train

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

The fastest trains from Lille to Bordeaux take around 4 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 702 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lille is scheduled to depart at around 06:13. The last departure is usually at around 17:16 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lille at around 05:55, with the last train leaving at around 17:16. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$12.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Bordeaux, 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 Bordeaux.

Is there a direct train from Lille to Bordeaux?

Yes, there is a direct train from Lille to Bordeaux.

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

The Lille to Bordeaux train travel takes about 4 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lille to Bordeaux train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Bordeaux leaving Lille at around 06:13 and the last train leaving at around 17:16 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lille at around 05:55, with the final departure at 17:16.

Bordeaux to Lille by train

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TGV

It is easy to travel by train from Lille to Bordeaux. Direct trains each day serve this route and, if you do not mind a change of trains along the way, there are additional options via Paris (where a change of stations is required from the Gare du Nord to Montparnasse). The direct trains from Lille to Bordeaux slip round the east side of Paris and then traverse the city’s southern suburbs to reach the main line from Paris to Bordeaux.

The journey starts with an impressive high-speed dash south through Picardie and around the edge of Paris. Beyond the Loire the pace slows, as the train serves intermediate stations as it cruises south through the Poitou-Charentes region towards Bordeaux.