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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$214
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
823 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux will cost around $214 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.
It's difficult to get from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux without transferring at least once.
9572+
84393:32 PM7h39Karlsruhe Hbf11:11 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1681One-way1 transfer- 9560+
3731+
F41+ (866202)6:05 PM12h23Karlsruhe Hbf6:28 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2091One-way2 transfers - 9574 · 1226111:32 AM5h42Karlsruhe Hbf5:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2181One-way1 transfer
- 9568+84138:06 AM6h57Karlsruhe Hbf3:03 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2371One-way1 transfer
- 9576 · 122659:53 AM6h21Karlsruhe Hbf4:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2401One-way1 transfer
- 9574 · 1226111:32 AM5h42Karlsruhe Hbf5:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2181One-way1 transfer
- 9576 · 122659:53 AM6h21Karlsruhe Hbf4:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2401One-way1 transfer
- 9568+84138:06 AM6h57Karlsruhe Hbf3:03 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2371One-way1 transfer
- 9572+84393:32 PM7h39Karlsruhe Hbf11:11 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1681One-way1 transfer
- 9560+3731+F41+ (866202)6:05 PM12h23Karlsruhe Hbf6:28 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2091One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Karlsruhe to Bordeaux
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $118.
Distance: 511 miles (823 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$253 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $288 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 52m Average total duration 15h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 30m 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 Karlsruhe to Bordeaux:
A bus is $170 (€137) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux costing on average $253 (€205).
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 22m.
The journey is about 4h 34m faster (5h 56m by train vs 10h 30m by car) and roughly $35 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($253 (€205) vs $288 (€233)). 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.
Direct services run with TGV.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Karlsruhe to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Bordeaux trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9576 · 8575 | 9:53 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 6h21 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 9574 · 12275 | 11:32 AM Karlsruhe Hbf | 5h45 | 5:17 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 9592 · 8439 | 3:32 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h39 | 11:11 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 8461 · 9560 | 6:05 PM Karlsruhe Hbf | 6h44 | 12:49 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux
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Trains from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€96) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 511 miles (823 km) distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 511 miles (823 km) |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€96) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux trainsTGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Bordeaux from $53 (€43). 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 Karlsruhe to Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Karlsruhe to Bordeaux
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
- 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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