The cheapest and fastest trains from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 26 m
Trains per day
14
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 $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 14 trains that leave Marseille Saint-Charles for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean on Wed, May 27, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 504 km distance in an average of 6 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 6 h 27 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.
47643:26 PM6h25Marseille Saint-Charles9:51 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$551One-way0 transfers
47567:19 AM6h30Marseille Saint-Charles1:49 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$591One-way0 transfers
47621:25 PM6h29Marseille Saint-Charles7:54 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$591One-way0 transfers
47589:25 AM6h22Marseille Saint-Charles3:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$591One-way0 transfers
476011:22 AM6h27Marseille Saint-Charles5:49 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$741One-way0 transfers
47589:25 AM6h22Marseille Saint-Charles3:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$591One-way0 transfers
47643:26 PM6h25Marseille Saint-Charles9:51 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$551One-way0 transfers
476011:22 AM6h27Marseille Saint-Charles5:49 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$741One-way0 transfers
6176 · 84192:47 PM6h27Marseille Saint-Charles9:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2561One-way1 transfer
6188 · 1226110:47 AM6h27Marseille Saint-Charles5:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2431One-way1 transfer
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)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price | $208 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) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $89 (€71).
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $118 (€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 $119 (€96) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($89 (€71) vs $208 (€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 tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6102 · 8537 | 5:04 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h10 | 12:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
6136 · 12255 | 6:00 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h14 | 1:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
4756 | 7:19 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h30 | 1:49 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
5376 · 6250 · 8413 | 7:31 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h32 | 3:03 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
4758 | 9:25 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h22 | 3:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
6188 · 12261 | 10:47 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h27 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
4760 | 11:22 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h27 | 5:49 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
6174 · 12267 | 12:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h27 | 7:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
4762 | 1:25 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h29 | 7:54 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
6120 · 8551 | 2:03 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h44 | 8:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
6176 · 8419 | 2:47 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h27 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
4764 | 3:26 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 6h25 | 9:51 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
6124 · 8439 | 4:04 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 7h07 | 11:11 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
881659+ 5772+ 8423 | 8:36 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 13h42 | 10:18 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from Marseille Saint-Charles to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
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 $24 (€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 $24 (€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.
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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
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
- The lockers are located on Boulevard Bourdet, on level 0 of the station. Service is provided by La Bag Mobile.
- Caffe San Carlo
- DAKAO
- Espressamente Illy
- EXKi
- McDonald's
- Monop'Daily
- Starbucks
- Casa Di Pasta
- Chatime
- PAUL
- 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.
- Adagio Access Marseille-Saint Charles
- Holiday Inn Express Marseille-Saint Charles
- Hotel Les Bords De Me
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 18:00
- Located on level -1 of the station, entrances via the station or via Bd Bourdet.
- Bus lines: 521, 52, 56, 82S, 533, 582, 33, 34, 49, 50, 51
- Metro lines: M1, M2
- Train lines: TGV, iDTGV, OUIGO, TGV Lyria, Eurostar, Thalys
- 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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