The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
463 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
It's difficult to get from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport without transferring at least 2 times.
6920 · 8521+
F41+ (453271)3:54 PM7h25Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV11:19 PMAlouette France$1551One-way2 transfers
6908 · 8547+
L42 (866143)10:54 AM6h12Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV5:06 PMMérignac Arlac$2431One-way2 transfers
6908 · 8547+
L42 (866143)10:54 AM6h15Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV5:09 PMCaudéran - Mérignac$2441One-way2 transfers
6908 · 8547+
F41+ (453247)10:54 AM6h55Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV5:49 PMAlouette France$2441One-way2 transfers
6908 · 8547+
L42 (866143)10:54 AM6h12Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV5:06 PMMérignac Arlac$2431One-way2 transfers
6908 · 8547+
L42 (866143)10:54 AM6h15Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV5:09 PMCaudéran - Mérignac$2441One-way2 transfers
6908 · 8547+
F41+ (453247)10:54 AM6h55Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV5:49 PMAlouette France$2441One-way2 transfers
6920 · 8521+
F41+ (453271)3:54 PM7h25Lyon Saint-Exupéry TGV11:19 PMAlouette France$1551One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $90.
Distance: 287 miles (463 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$186 Average price | $115 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport costing on average $115 (€92).
A bus is $132 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport costing on average $186 (€149).
Other travel options to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 10m.
Bus takes on average 10h 28m.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (4h 10m by train vs 5h 33m by car) and roughly $9 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($186 (€149) vs $195 (€156)). 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
Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:54 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h10 | 4:04 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:54 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 7h19 | 8:13 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:53 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h23 | 5:16 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:54 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h22 | 5:16 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€72) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:55, the last at 16:54. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (463 km) distance in 5h 19m.
Distance 287 miles (463 km) |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€72) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 7:55 AM |
Last train 4:54 PM |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Bordeaux Mérignac Airport from $31 (€25). 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 Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport 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 Mérignac Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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