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Musée du Louvre
The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
2 h 9 m
Average duration
2 h 9 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
499 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 17 trains that leave Bordeaux-Saint-Jean for Paris Gare de Lyon on Thu, May 28, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 499 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 10 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.
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12264Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 310 miles (499 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price | $189 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $43 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $126 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $161 (€130).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 11m.
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
The journey is about 1h 19m faster (4h 11m by train vs 5h 30m by car) and roughly $111 (€90) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($77 (€63) vs $189 (€152)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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12264 | 12:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h10 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8534 | 12:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h10 | 2:22 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8508 | 12:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 2:55 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8580 | 1:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
12258 | 1:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 3:55 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
12260 | 2:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h30 | 5:16 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8512 | 2:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h30 | 5:16 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8582 | 3:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h16 | 6:02 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8540 | 3:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h16 | 6:02 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8488 | 4:18 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3h33 | 7:51 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8414 | 5:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h22 | 7:30 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8416 | 5:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 7:57 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8450 | 6:38 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3h30 | 10:08 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8544 | 6:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h14 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
12278 | 6:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h14 | 9:00 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8516 | 7:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h10 | 9:56 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
8584 | 7:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h10 | 9:56 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 310 miles (499 km) distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 310 miles (499 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 6:46 AM |
Last train 5:25 PM |
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The city’s most famous museum, home to the Mona Lisa and major collections from ancient civilizations to European masters.
A landmark museum in a former railway station, best known for its outstanding Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections.
Major modern and contemporary art museum with an iconic inside-out design and strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
One of Paris’s most beautiful squares, lined with red-brick arcades and a classic stop for strolling in the Marais.
Historic district known for elegant mansions, boutiques, galleries, and lively streets that remain highly popular with visitors.
Classic Paris garden with tree-lined promenades, statues, chairs, and a refined Left Bank atmosphere.
Classic Parisian onion soup made with slow-cooked onions, rich broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese. It is a traditional bistro staple closely associated with Paris.
A quintessential French brasserie dish of grilled steak served with fries, often with pepper or béarnaise sauce. It is widely loved in Parisian dining culture.
A famous Paris café sandwich of bread, ham, and melted cheese, sometimes topped with béchamel. It is a classic quick meal found across Paris.
Popular bistro near the station with vintage décor, hearty French comfort food, and a warm neighborhood feel. Good for a casual but characterful meal.
Historic restaurant inside Gare de Lyon, famous for ornate Belle Époque interiors and classic French cuisine. Ideal for a memorable meal steps from the platforms.
Well-known traditional brasserie opposite Gare de Lyon, serving seafood, French classics, and generous platters in a lively Art Nouveau setting.
Paris is pricey for dining and hotels. Around Gare de Lyon, station cafés and restaurants often cost more than outer neighborhoods.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change for café table service is fine.
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