The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$177
Fastest journey
5 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 23 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 $177 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lyon Saint Exupery Airport for Bordeaux Mérignac Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 463 km distance in an average of 7 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 19 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 12 h 22 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.
3:54 PM12h22Lyon Saint Exupery Airport4:16 AMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$1281One-way0 transfers
1:54 PM5h19Lyon Saint Exupery Airport7:13 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$1381One-way0 transfers
2:54 PM5h20Lyon Saint Exupery Airport8:14 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$1641One-way0 transfers
11:50 AM6h29Lyon Saint Exupery Airport6:19 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$2761One-way0 transfers
1:54 PM5h19Lyon Saint Exupery Airport7:13 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$1381One-way0 transfers
2:54 PM5h20Lyon Saint Exupery Airport8:14 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$1641One-way0 transfers
11:50 AM6h29Lyon Saint Exupery Airport6:19 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$2761One-way0 transfers
3:54 PM12h22Lyon Saint Exupery Airport4:16 AMBordeaux Mérignac Airport$1281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train 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 $30. 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 $30, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 287 miles (463 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $92 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $190 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 45m Average total duration 10h 15m 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 $40 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $115 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport costing on average $166 (€136).
Other travel options to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 10m.
Bus takes on average 10h 15m.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (4h 10m by train vs 5h 33m by car) and roughly $23 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($166 (€136) vs $190 (€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 tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:50 AM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 6h29 | 6:19 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:54 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h19 | 7:13 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:54 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 5h20 | 8:14 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:54 PM Lyon Saint Exupery Airport | 12h22 | 4:16 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 $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:58, 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 $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 19m |
First train 7:58 AM |
Last train 4:54 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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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 $30 (€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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
Most Lyon Saint Exupery Airport to Bordeaux Mérignac Airport trains use the Lyon Part Dieu to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and Bordeaux Mérignac Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lyon Part Dieu from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part Dieu is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Public transport options include:
Lyon Part Dieu train station facilities and services
Lyon Part Dieu 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 and drink
Food options include: Alto Café, Paul, Paul The Café, Starbucks, Exki, Sushi Shop, Carrefour
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are located in the station's main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45, Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45, Sun: 06:45 - 21:45. Information desks are located in the station's main hall. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon Part Dieu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part Dieu: Complimentary personalized care is available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, Mercure Lyon Center, ibis Styles Lyon Center.
Getting to Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière from Lyon city centre
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière is 1 km from Lyon city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière train station facilities and services
Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon Part-Dieu, Gare Routière.
Getting to Lyon-Jean-Macé from Lyon city centre
Lyon-Jean-Macé train station facilities and services
Lyon-Jean-Macé 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Jean Moulin, Brasserie de l'Est
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lyon-Jean-Macé. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lyon-Jean-Macé: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Lyon Centre, Hotel des Facultés, Comfort Suites Rive Gauche Lyon Centre.
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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