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Château du Clos Lucé
Leonardo da Vinci’s final residence, with models, gardens, and rooms exploring his inventions, art, and final years in France.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Amboise is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Amboise will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from Bordeaux to Amboise without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Bordeaux to Amboise run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 192 miles (310 km) distance in 1h 57m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bordeaux to Amboise.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Amboise trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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5284+ 860558 | 1:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h23 | 3:31 PM Gare d'Amboise | 1 transfer | |
12258 · 8313+ 860232 | 1:50 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h32 | 6:22 PM Gare d'Amboise | 2 transfers | |
12258+ 860563 | 1:50 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h30 | 7:20 PM Gare d'Amboise | 1 transfer | |
12260 · 8315+ 860278 | 2:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h22 | 7:08 PM Gare d'Amboise | 2 transfers | |
8582 · 8345+ 860012 | 3:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h34 | 8:20 PM Gare d'Amboise | 2 transfers | |
8450+ 860238 | 6:26 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h55 | 9:21 PM Gare d'Amboise | 1 transfer | |
3740+ 860001+ F41 (866363) | 9:03 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 10h36 | 7:39 AM Gare d'Amboise | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bordeaux to Amboise with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, and SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187. Night trains available on this route with SNCF | Intercités de nuit. High-speed trains available on this route with SNCF | TGV INOUI. Regional trains available on this route with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Leonardo da Vinci’s final residence, with models, gardens, and rooms exploring his inventions, art, and final years in France.
Royal château visit includes historic collections, furnished rooms, and interpretive displays on French monarchy and court life.
Immersive digital art space inside a former foundry, presenting large-scale projections on history, art, and architecture.
Green island in the Loire offering peaceful walking paths and some of the best postcard views of Amboise and its château.
Main pedestrian street lined with historic façades, shops, and views toward the clock tower, ideal for strolling through old Amboise.
Lively central square beneath the château, useful for orientation and admired for classic town views and market atmosphere.
A famous Loire Valley goat cheese from nearby Touraine, often served fresh or ash-coated. It reflects the region's long farmhouse cheesemaking tradition.
A white Loire wine made around Amboise from Chenin Blanc, ranging from dry to sparkling. It is one of the town's signature local drinks.
A Loire River fish stew or preparation using pike, perch, or eel, showing the historic importance of river fishing in Touraine cuisine.
Refined riverside dining in a historic inn, known for elegant Loire Valley cuisine and a polished atmosphere near the château.
Popular casual spot for galettes, crêpes, cider, and regional products, with a friendly atmosphere close to the old town.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving classic French and Touraine dishes in a cozy, historic setting in central Amboise.
Moderate for France: lodging and château tourism raise prices a bit, but dining and local transit stay reasonable versus larger French tourist cities.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
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Gare d'Amboise -> Château Royal d'Amboise, Amboise
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Amboise 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 Amboise, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Amboise trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Gare d'Amboise station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Amboise train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
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 storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
Gare d'Amboise has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Gare d'Amboise.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Gare d'Amboise. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare d'Amboise.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare d'Amboise: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare d'Amboise: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Blason, Hôtel Bellevue, Le Manoir Les Minimes.
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