- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculpture, and changing exhibitions. A core cultural visit near Cenon.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€40
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€40
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 42 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 102 miles (165 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon costing on average €42.
Other travel options to Cenon take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 30m.
Tickets start at around €42 compared to roughly €32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-10.13. The journey takes 2h 50m versus 2h 1m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:12 AM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 2h14 | 1:26 PM Cenon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:51 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 2h43 | 3:34 PM Cenon | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:09 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 2h25 | 7:34 PM Cenon | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:14 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 3h40 | 9:54 PM Cenon | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:38 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 11h15 | 6:53 AM Cenon | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 2h42 | 9:27 AM Cenon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:32, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 102 miles (165 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 102 miles (165 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 6:32 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
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Iconic square facing the river, famous for elegant architecture and the nearby water mirror. A signature Bordeaux public space.
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Gare de Cenon -> Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon 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 Cenon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon trains use the Brive-la-Gaillarde to Cenon station pair. Use this guide to compare Brive-la-Gaillarde and Cenon train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Brive-la-Gaillarde 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: Restaurant Le France, La Table d'Olivier
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Brive-la-Gaillarde. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Brive-la-Gaillarde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Brive-la-Gaillarde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Brive-la-Gaillarde: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brive-la-Gaillarde: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Le Quercy, Hotel Le Collonges, Ibis Styles Brive La Gaillarde.
Cenon is 1 km from Cenon city centre. Public transport options include:
Cenon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot du Marché, La Table de Cana
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Cenon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Cenon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cenon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Cenon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cenon: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Formule 1 Bordeaux Nord Lormont, Hôtel Altica Bordeaux Floirac.
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