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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bordeaux to Espelette
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Espelette among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a flight costs an average of €380.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €380 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 43m Average total duration 13h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Espelette:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Espelette costing on average €40.
A bus is €371 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Espelette costing on average €380.
Other travel options to Espelette take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
Flight takes on average 13h 43m.
Tickets start at around €40 compared to roughly €34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-5.91. The journey takes 3h 5m versus 2h 31m 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 Espelette by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Espelette
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Trains from Bordeaux to Espelette run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:13, the last at 19:09. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 8:13 AM |
Last train 7:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Espelette
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Espelette 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 Espelette, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Espelette
Most Bordeaux to Espelette trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Halsou - Larressore station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Espelette train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bordeaux station do trains to Espelette leave from?
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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