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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Cheapest price
$233
Average price
$371
Fastest journey
6 h 27 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille Saint-Charles 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 Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean will cost around $371 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $233.
It's difficult to get from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean without transferring at least once.
6136 · 85056:00 AM6h45Marseille Saint-Charles12:45 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2331One-way1 transfer- 6124 · 84394:04 PM7h07Marseille Saint-Charles11:11 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2771One-way1 transfer
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3731+84785:34 PM13h06Marseille Saint-Charles6:40 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2881One-way2 transfers - 6120 · 85512:03 PM6h44Marseille Saint-Charles8:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3391One-way1 transfer
- 6174 · 847912:47 PM6h27Marseille Saint-Charles7:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3391One-way1 transfer
- 6174 · 847912:47 PM6h27Marseille Saint-Charles7:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3391One-way1 transfer
- 6174 · 851712:47 PM6h27Marseille Saint-Charles7:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3471One-way1 transfer
- 5516 · 5382 · 85759:45 AM6h29Marseille Saint-Charles4:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$4851One-way2 transfers
- 12176 · 5382 · 85759:45 AM6h29Marseille Saint-Charles4:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$4851One-way2 transfers
- 5516 · 5382 · 85099:45 AM6h29Marseille Saint-Charles4:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$5451One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille Saint-Charles 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $43.
Distance: 313 miles (504 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $204 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean:
A bus is $41 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $87 (€71).
A bus is $70 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $116 (€95).
Other travel options to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 36m.
Bus takes on average 9h 13m.
The journey is about 10m faster (5h 36m by train vs 5h 46m by car) and roughly $117 (€96) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($87 (€71) vs $204 (€168)). 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 SNCF | Intercités, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean train times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 881659+5772+8533 | 8:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 13h42 | 10:18 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
| 6136 · 8505 | 6:00 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h45 | 12:45 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
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Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 313 miles (504 km) distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 313 miles (504 km) |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 7:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trainsSNCF | Intercités, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Marseille Saint-Charles and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | Intercités
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille Saint-Charles 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 Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Most Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trains use the Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille Saint-Charles and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Marseille Saint-Charles from Marseille city centre
Marseille Saint-Charles train station facilities and services
Marseille Saint-Charles 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: Caffe San Carlo, DAKAO, Espressamente Illy, EXKi, McDonald's, Monop'Daily, Starbucks, Casa Di Pasta, Chatime, PAUL
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located between track M and the bus station at the Honnorat exit.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00. Information desks are located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Marseille Saint-Charles: Accès Plus is a service offered to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility who need assistance at the station. For more information email [email protected] or call +33 890640650.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles, Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles, Hotel Les Bords De Me.
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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