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Musée d'Histoire de la Ville et du Pays Malouin
The city’s main museum inside the castle presents Saint-Malo’s maritime history, privateers, exploration, and reconstructed old-town heritage.
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$190
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 19 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
437 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Saint-Malo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Saint-Malo will cost around $190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Bordeaux to Saint-Malo without transferring at least once.
8504 · 8087
8560 · 8085
12260 · 8731+
854433
8582 · 8093
8536 · 8629+
854415
8560 · 8085
8582 · 8093
8534 · 8623+
854379
8504 · 8087
12260 · 8731+
854433Trains from Bordeaux to Saint-Malo run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 but you can travel from only $29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 271 miles (437 km) distance in 5h 17m.
Distance 271 miles (437 km) |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 17m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Saint-Malo trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8560 · 8085 | 9:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4h54 | 2:40 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
8504 · 8087 | 10:47 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h25 | 4:12 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
8534 · 8623+ 854379 | 12:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h17 | 5:29 PM St Malo | 2 transfers | |
8536 · 8629+ 854415 | 1:48 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h47 | 7:35 PM St Malo | 2 transfers | |
12260 · 8731+ 854433 | 2:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h43 | 8:29 PM St Malo | 2 transfers | |
8582 · 8093 | 3:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 5h15 | 9:01 PM St Malo | 1 transfer | |
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The city’s main museum inside the castle presents Saint-Malo’s maritime history, privateers, exploration, and reconstructed old-town heritage.
A carefully preserved privateer ship displays 18th-century naval life, making it one of Saint-Malo’s most atmospheric maritime visits.
This historic home where Chateaubriand spent his childhood explores the writer’s life and offers a refined literary museum experience.
Saint-Malo’s famed walled old town is the essential walking area for historic streets, stone houses, shops, and easy access to major sights.
The full circuit of city walls offers unforgettable sea views, bastions, and a complete introduction to Saint-Malo’s fortified identity.
This long sandy beach beside the old town is ideal for walking, tidal views, and classic postcard panoramas of the ramparts.
Galette-saucisse is a Breton street food of grilled sausage wrapped in a buckwheat galette, loved at markets and events across Brittany.
Buckwheat galettes are savory Breton crêpes, often filled with ham, cheese, egg, or seafood. They are a staple in local crêperies.
Crêpes are thin sweet pancakes served with butter, sugar, caramel, or jam. They are a classic Breton treat found all over Saint-Malo.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on refined Breton seafood and seasonal produce, with polished service near the old town.
Established restaurant serving generous seafood platters and Breton classics in a relaxed, reliable setting within intra-muros.
Historic crêperie inside Saint-Malo’s walls, known for classic Breton galettes, crêpes, and cider in a warm traditional setting.
Moderate for France. Hotels rise in summer, dining in the walled city costs more, but local buses and simple creperies help keep daily costs reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare de Saint-Malo -> Intra-Muros, Saint-Malo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Saint-Malo 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 Saint-Malo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Saint-Malo trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to St Malo station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Saint-Malo 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.
St Malo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Cambusier, La Cale - Solidor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St Malo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St Malo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Malo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Malo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Malo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Oceania Saint-Malo, Hotel France & Chateaubriand, Hotel Le Nouveau Monde.
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