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Compare train, flight, and bus for Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $104.
Distance: 296 miles (477 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$145 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse costing on average $105 (€86).
A bus is $78 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse costing on average $145 (€118).
Other travel options to Bourg-en-Bresse take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 18m.
Train takes on average 8h 33m.
Tickets start at around $145 (€118) compared to roughly $113 (€92) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-31.96 (€-26.15). The journey takes 8h 33m versus 6h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse by train, flight, or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse
Trains from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $104 (€85) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:17, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 296 miles (477 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 296 miles (477 km) |
Average train duration 8h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€85) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 5:17 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse 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 Bourg-en-Bresse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Bourg-en-Bresse
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Avenue Maginot
- Restaurant Le Bressan
- L'Accent
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Hotel Mercure Bourg-en-Bresse
- Hôtel Le Griffon d'Or
- Best Western Hôtel de France
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms 1-3
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: TER services to Lyon, Geneva, and other regional destinations
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