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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bordeaux to Espelette
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Espelette among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $222 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 33m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m 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 $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Espelette costing on average $45 (€36).
A bus is $208 (€168) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Espelette costing on average $222 (€179).
Other travel options to Espelette take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 38m.
Flight takes on average 12h 33m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 24m by train vs 2h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $45 (€36) compared to roughly $42 (€33) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux to Espelette by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Espelette
Trains from Bordeaux to Espelette run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $10 (€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 24m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 8:13 AM |
Last train 7:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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
- 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
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