The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Thionville
Cheapest price
$221
Average price
$293
Fastest journey
5 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
716 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Thionville is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Thionville will cost around $293 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $221.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bordeaux for Thionville on Sun, Jun 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 716 km distance in an average of 5 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 44 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 5 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:43 AM5h44Bordeaux1:27 PMThionville$2211One-way0 transfers
4:54 PM5h50Bordeaux10:44 PMThionville$2921One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM5h49Bordeaux9:44 PMThionville$3671One-way0 transfers
7:43 AM5h44Bordeaux1:27 PMThionville$2211One-way0 transfers
3:55 PM5h49Bordeaux9:44 PMThionville$3671One-way0 transfers
4:54 PM5h50Bordeaux10:44 PMThionville$2921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bordeaux to Thionville
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Thionville among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 444 miles (716 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$180 Average price | $273 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $300 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 13m Average total duration 16h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Thionville:
A bus is $98 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Thionville costing on average $180 (€147).
A bus is $191 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Thionville costing on average $273 (€223).
Other travel options to Thionville take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 19m.
Bus takes on average 16h 43m.
The journey is about 3h 56m faster (4h 19m by train vs 8h 15m by car) and roughly $120 (€98) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($180 (€147) vs $300 (€245)). 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.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Thionville train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Thionville trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:43 AM Bordeaux | 5h44 | 1:27 PM Thionville | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Bordeaux | 5h49 | 9:44 PM Thionville | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:54 PM Bordeaux | 5h50 | 10:44 PM Thionville | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Thionville
Trains from Bordeaux to Thionville run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€81) but you can travel from only $50 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:03. The fastest train covers the 444 miles (716 km) distance in 5h 18m.
Distance 444 miles (716 km) |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€81) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 18m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 10:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Bordeaux to Thionville trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux and Thionville from $50 (€41). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bordeaux to Thionville
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Thionville 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 Thionville, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Thionville
- 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 from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Rue de la Gare
- Restaurant Le Titanic
- La Table de Louise
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €0.50
- Best Western Plus Thionville Centre
- Tulip Inn Residence Thionville
- Hotel Kyriad Prestige Thionville
- Located in the main hall
- 84 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and international trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
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