The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
48S$
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
67S$
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
2 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
2 h 35 m
Trains on 29 Sept
32
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux will cost around 67S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 48S$.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 32 trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
85444:08 PM2h32Hendaye station6:40 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean48 S$1One-way0 changes
8544+
L42 (866153)4:08 PM2h49Hendaye station6:57 PMBordeaux51 S$1One-way1 change
85307:02 AM2h38Hendaye station9:40 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean51 S$1One-way0 changes
8544+
L42 (866153)4:08 PM2h57Hendaye station7:05 PMCaudéran - Mérignac53 S$1One-way1 change
8530+
F41+ (866219)7:02 AM3h01Hendaye station10:03 AMBordeaux54 S$1One-way1 change
85444:08 PM2h32Hendaye station6:40 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean48 S$1One-way0 changes
85349:33 AM2h33Hendaye station12:06 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean71 S$1One-way0 changes
D51 (866464)8:07 AM2h35Hendaye station10:42 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean68 S$1One-way0 changes
85401:06 PM2h35Hendaye station3:41 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean56 S$1One-way0 changes
85307:02 AM2h38Hendaye station9:40 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean51 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux trains for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L51 (866400) · F42 (866005) | 4:44 AM Hendaye station | 3h44 | 8:28 AM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
L51 (866400) · F41 (866380) | 4:44 AM Hendaye station | 2h55 | 7:39 AM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
L51 (866400) | 4:44 AM Hendaye station | 2h48 | 7:32 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866462) | 5:44 AM Hendaye station | 2h52 | 8:36 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866462) · L42 (866109) | 5:44 AM Hendaye station | 3h26 | 9:10 AM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
L51 (866462) · F41 (866312) | 5:44 AM Hendaye station | 3h08 | 8:52 AM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
8530+ F41+ (866219) | 7:02 AM Hendaye station | 3h01 | 10:03 AM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
8530 | 7:02 AM Hendaye station | 2h38 | 9:40 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
8530+ L42 (453025) | 7:02 AM Hendaye station | 4h33 | 11:35 AM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
D51 (866464) | 8:07 AM Hendaye station | 2h35 | 10:42 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
D51 (866464) · L42 (453029) | 8:07 AM Hendaye station | 4h28 | 12:35 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
D51 (866464) · F41+ (866224) | 8:07 AM Hendaye station | 3h45 | 11:52 AM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
8534 | 9:33 AM Hendaye station | 2h33 | 12:06 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
D51 (866406) | 10:02 AM Hendaye station | 2h46 | 12:48 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
D51 (866406) · L42 (453035) | 10:02 AM Hendaye station | 4h33 | 2:35 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
D51 (866408) | 12:24 PM Hendaye station | 2h43 | 3:07 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
8540 | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 2h35 | 3:41 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
8540+ F41 (866341) | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 3h00 | 4:06 PM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
8540+ L42 (866143) | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 3h57 | 5:03 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
L51 (866474) · F41+ (866272) | 2:57 PM Hendaye station | 2h55 | 5:52 PM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
L51 (866474) | 2:57 PM Hendaye station | 2h39 | 5:36 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866474) · L42 (866149) | 2:57 PM Hendaye station | 3h08 | 6:05 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
8544+ L42 (866153) | 4:08 PM Hendaye station | 2h49 | 6:57 PM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
8544+ L42 (866153) | 4:08 PM Hendaye station | 2h57 | 7:05 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
8544 | 4:08 PM Hendaye station | 2h32 | 6:40 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866416)+ 8584 | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 2h47 | 7:36 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
L51 (866416) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 2h58 | 7:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866416) · F41+ (866256) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 3h03 | 7:52 PM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
L51 (866416) · F42 (866031) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 3h42 | 8:31 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 change | |
L51 (866416)+ 8584+ L42 (866155) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 3h17 | 8:06 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 2 changes | |
L51 (866484) | 6:50 PM Hendaye station | 3h02 | 9:52 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866484) · F41+ (866266) | 6:50 PM Hendaye station | 3h06 | 9:56 PM Bordeaux | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 29S$ but you can travel from only 8S$ by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price 29S$ |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux trainsSNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités trains will get you between Donostia-San Sebastian and Bordeaux from 8S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Donostia-San Sebastian and Bordeaux
Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux trains use the Hendaye to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bordeaux station do trains from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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