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Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux
Leading Bordeaux museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts housed in two elegant city buildings.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orange to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €41.
Distance: 269 miles (434 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€88 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €115 Average price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Orange to Bordeaux:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Orange to Bordeaux costing on average €88.
A bus is €64 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orange to Bordeaux costing on average €115.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 1m.
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
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Trains from Orange to Bordeaux run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 16:47. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (434 km) distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 269 miles (434 km) |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 4:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Discover the best of Bordeaux — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bordeaux trip today.
Leading Bordeaux museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts housed in two elegant city buildings.
Immersive wine culture museum with multimedia exhibits, tastings, and panoramic views. A modern Bordeaux signature attraction.
Digital arts center in a former submarine base, known for monumental immersive exhibitions in an unusual industrial monument.
Elegant pedestrian shopping street linking major squares, lined with grand facades and ideal for strolling through central Bordeaux.
Beautiful riverside promenade for walking and cycling, with open views of the Garonne and easy access to major landmarks.
Lively historic district with medieval streets, bars, small shops, and a youthful atmosphere near Place de la Victoire.
A rich Bordeaux beef stew braised in local red wine with onions, herbs, and often bacon. It is a classic dish tied to the region's famous vineyards.
Fresh Arcachon Bay oysters, often served simply with lemon or shallot vinegar. They are a regional staple prized for their clean Atlantic flavor.
A flaky pastry rolled around vanilla custard, baked until caramelized. It is Bordeaux's signature sweet, created by local pastry tradition.
Popular modern bistro celebrated for seasonal plates and creative French cooking in a lively, relaxed setting near the historic center.
Refined Michelin-starred dining by Pierre Gagnaire at La Grande Maison, offering polished French cuisine and an upscale chateau atmosphere.
Historic brasserie in central Bordeaux known for seafood platters, oysters, and classic French dishes in an elegant Belle Époque setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are below Paris, while trams and many casual meals remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Bordeaux-Saint-Jean -> Place de la Comedie, Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orange 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.

Most Orange to Bordeaux trains use the Orange to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Orange and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Orange 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 options include: Restaurant Le Forum, La Grotte d'Auguste
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Orange. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Orange. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Orange: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Orange: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orange: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Saint-Jean, Kyriad Orange Centre, Hôtel Le Glacier.
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
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 storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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