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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux
Leading Bordeaux museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts housed in two elegant city buildings.
Cheapest price on Oct 23
$136
Average ticket price on Oct 23
$201
Fastest journey on Oct 23
4 h 57 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
5 h 10 m
Trains on Oct 23
18
Distance
483 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Bordeaux will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
It's difficult to get from Caen to Bordeaux without transferring at least once.
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8523Trains from Caen to Bordeaux run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€58) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 300 miles (483 km) distance in 3h 57m.
Distance 300 miles (483 km) |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€58) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 57m |
First train 5:10 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Caen to Bordeaux trains for today, Thursday, October 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3306+ 8413 | On time 10:05 AM Gare de Caen | 4h57 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
3374+ 12265+ 852018 | Delayed 8:47 AM 10:10 AMGare de Caen | 6h04 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
3308+ 12261 | On time 12:02 PM Gare de Caen | 5h12 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
3312+ 12267 | 2:02 PM Gare de Caen | 5h12 | 7:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
3344+ 8433 | 2:25 PM Gare de Caen | 5h43 | 8:08 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
857118+ 8880 · 8551 | 2:45 PM Gare de Caen | 6h02 | 8:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
857118+ 8880 · 8477 | 2:45 PM Gare de Caen | 6h02 | 8:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
3316+ 8419 | 3:58 PM Gare de Caen | 5h16 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
3346+ 8439 | 4:58 PM Gare de Caen | 6h14 | 11:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
3380+ 8439+ 852030 | 5:04 PM Gare de Caen | 6h08 | 11:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
3302+ 8572 | 7:00 AM Gare de Caen | 5h14 | 12:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
852022+ 3372+ 8505 | 7:11 AM Gare de Caen | 5h34 | 12:45 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
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Leading Bordeaux museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts housed in two elegant city buildings.
Immersive wine culture museum with multimedia exhibits, tastings, and panoramic views. A modern Bordeaux signature attraction.
Digital arts center in a former submarine base, known for monumental immersive exhibitions in an unusual industrial monument.
Elegant pedestrian shopping street linking major squares, lined with grand facades and ideal for strolling through central Bordeaux.
Beautiful riverside promenade for walking and cycling, with open views of the Garonne and easy access to major landmarks.
Lively historic district with medieval streets, bars, small shops, and a youthful atmosphere near Place de la Victoire.
A rich Bordeaux beef stew braised in local red wine with onions, herbs, and often bacon. It is a classic dish tied to the region's famous vineyards.
Fresh Arcachon Bay oysters, often served simply with lemon or shallot vinegar. They are a regional staple prized for their clean Atlantic flavor.
A flaky pastry rolled around vanilla custard, baked until caramelized. It is Bordeaux's signature sweet, created by local pastry tradition.
Popular modern bistro celebrated for seasonal plates and creative French cooking in a lively, relaxed setting near the historic center.
Refined Michelin-starred dining by Pierre Gagnaire at La Grande Maison, offering polished French cuisine and an upscale chateau atmosphere.
Historic brasserie in central Bordeaux known for seafood platters, oysters, and classic French dishes in an elegant Belle Époque setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are below Paris, while trams and many casual meals remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Bordeaux-Saint-Jean -> Place de la Comedie, Bordeaux
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Caen to Bordeaux trains use the Gare de Caen to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Caen and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Caen is 1 km from Caen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Caen 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 Bistrot de la Gare, La Ficelle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Caen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Caen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Caen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Caen: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Caen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol, Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare, Hotel de la Paix.
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.
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