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MuMa Le Havre
Major fine arts museum with outstanding Impressionist and modern collections, famous for works linked to Monet, Boudin, and the Normandy coast.
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$199
Fastest journey
5 h 37 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
520 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Le Havre is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Le Havre will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
It's difficult to get from Bordeaux to Le Havre without transferring at least once.
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3111Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Le Havre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $131.
Distance: 323 miles (520 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$119 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $313 Average price | $233 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 14m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 10m Average total duration 17h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Le Havre:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Le Havre costing on average $119 (€96).
A bus is $262 (€212) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Le Havre costing on average $313 (€253).
Other travel options to Le Havre take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 44m.
Flight takes on average 17h 10m.
The journey is about 1h 58m faster (4h 47m by train vs 6h 45m by car) and roughly $114 (€92) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($119 (€96) vs $233 (€188)). 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.
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 to Le Havre trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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12258+ 13137 · 850415 | Delayed 12:31 PM 1:46 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h43 | 7:29 PM Gare du Havre | 2 transfers | |
32800+ 3125 | On time 2:13 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h38 | 7:51 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
12260+ 3129 | On time 2:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h06 | 8:52 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8582+ 3131 | 3:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h00 | 9:46 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8414+ 3133 | 5:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h43 | 10:51 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8414+ 3133 | 5:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h43 | 10:51 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
8500+ 3109 | 7:12 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h37 | 12:49 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8404+ 3111 | 7:45 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h54 | 1:39 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8502+ 3113 | 8:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h02 | 2:48 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8560+ 3115 | 9:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h58 | 3:44 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8504+ 3117 | 10:47 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h01 | 4:48 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8534+ 3119 | 12:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h38 | 5:50 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
8508+ 3123 | 12:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h02 | 6:48 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
12258+ 3125 | 1:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 6h05 | 7:51 PM Gare du Havre | 1 transfer | |
12258+ 13137 · 850415 | 1:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h43 | 7:29 PM Gare du Havre | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bordeaux to Le Havre run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (520 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 323 miles (520 km) |
Average train duration 4h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 5:23 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Major fine arts museum with outstanding Impressionist and modern collections, famous for works linked to Monet, Boudin, and the Normandy coast.
Historic 18th-century shipowner's house presenting period interiors and daily life in Le Havre's maritime trading era.
Reconstructed model apartment illustrating postwar reconstruction and the architectural vision of Auguste Perret in central Le Havre.
The rebuilt center by Auguste Perret is the city's essential walking area, admired for its modernist grid, wide avenues, and architecture.
Popular seafront for walking, cycling, and sunset views, lined with modern public spaces and a lively local atmosphere.
Hilltop gardens in a former fort with panoramic viewpoints over the city, port, and sea, especially attractive in good weather.
Mussels cooked with cream, cider, shallots, and often apples, reflecting Normandy’s famous dairy and apple traditions.
A classic Normandy fish dish, usually sole served with mushrooms, mussels, shrimp, cream, and butter sauce.
Scallops prepared in a creamy sauce with mushrooms and sometimes cider, popular along the Normandy coast.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for modern Norman seafood and elegant tasting menus in a polished setting.
Historic Le Havre brasserie loved for generous seafood platters, choucroute, and lively traditional atmosphere.
Well-known local restaurant serving classic French and Norman dishes with a cozy, established bistro feel.
Prices are moderate for France. Cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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