The cheapest and fastest trains from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$173
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean will cost around $173 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean without transferring at least once.
860152+
84416:05 AM3h03Gare de Saumur9:08 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$791One-way1 transfer
860002+
52028:18 AM3h51Gare de Saumur12:09 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$951One-way1 transfer
5306 · 84851:50 PM3h57Gare de Saumur5:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1041One-way1 transfer
860012+
84617:18 PM5h07Gare de Saumur12:25 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1041One-way1 transfer
860012+
8393 · 84957:18 PM4h34Gare de Saumur11:52 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1891One-way2 transfers
860152+
84416:05 AM3h03Gare de Saumur9:08 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$791One-way1 transfer
860002+
52028:18 AM3h51Gare de Saumur12:09 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$951One-way1 transfer
5306 · 84851:50 PM3h57Gare de Saumur5:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1041One-way1 transfer
860012+
8393 · 84957:18 PM4h34Gare de Saumur11:52 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1891One-way2 transfers
860126+
8314 · 854711:11 AM5h03Gare de Saumur4:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$4031One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean:
A bus is $35 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $63 (€50).
Other travel options to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 8m.
The journey is about 51m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 28m by car) and roughly $28 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€50) vs $91 (€72)). 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
Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean train times
The table below shows live departures for Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
860114+ 860848+ 5240 | On time 6:20 PM Gare de Saumur | 3h45 | 10:05 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
860152+ 8441 | 6:05 AM Gare de Saumur | 3h03 | 9:08 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
860002+ 5202 | 8:18 AM Gare de Saumur | 3h51 | 12:09 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
859007+ 8912 · 8413 | 8:51 AM Gare de Saumur | 6h12 | 3:03 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
860126+ 8314 · 8547 | 11:11 AM Gare de Saumur | 5h03 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
5306 · 8485 | 1:50 PM Gare de Saumur | 3h57 | 5:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Trains from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $21 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 17:20. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 5:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Gare de Saumur and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean from $21 (€16). 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 Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean 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-Saint-Jean, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Gare de Saumur to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
- 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- 4:30 AM - 12:15 AM Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Avenue David d'Angers.
- Restaurant Le Grand Bleu
- Les Menestrels
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Styles Saumur Gare Centre
- Hotel Saint-Pierre
- Anne d'Anjou
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Tours and Saint-Nazaire
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains to Tours and Saint-Nazaire
- 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
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