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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 14 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
499 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 8 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean on Fri, Jun 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 499 km distance in an average of 2 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
5:05 PM2h12Paris Gare de Lyon7:17 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$591One-way0 transfers- 1:37 PM2h12Paris Gare de Lyon3:49 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$671One-way0 transfers
- 4:21 PM3h20Paris Gare de Lyon7:41 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$671One-way0 transfers
- 11:47 AM2h16Paris Gare de Lyon2:03 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$781One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM2h50Paris Gare de Lyon11:40 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$811One-way0 transfers
- 1:37 PM2h12Paris Gare de Lyon3:49 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$671One-way0 transfers
- 12:37 PM2h12Paris Gare de Lyon2:49 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1451One-way0 transfers
- 5:05 PM2h12Paris Gare de Lyon7:17 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$591One-way0 transfers
- 11:47 AM2h16Paris Gare de Lyon2:03 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$781One-way0 transfers
- 7:01 AM2h17Paris Gare de Lyon9:18 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $96.
Distance: 310 miles (499 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $206 Average price | $188 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean:
A bus is $38 (€31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $167 (€135) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $206 (€166).
Other travel options to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 19m.
Bus takes on average 7h 13m.
The journey is about 2h 56m faster (2h 33m by train vs 5h 29m by car) and roughly $111 (€90) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($77 (€63) vs $188 (€152)). 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 | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8413 | On time 12:47 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h16 | 3:03 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12265 | 1:59 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h15 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8575 | 1:59 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h15 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8485 | 2:10 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 3h32 | 5:42 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8549 | 3:59 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h13 | 6:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8477 | 6:38 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h09 | 8:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8439 | 8:30 PM Paris Gare Montparnasse | 2h41 | 11:11 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 5 | |||||
| 7:01 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h17 | 9:18 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 2h50 | 11:40 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
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Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 20:09. The fastest train covers the 310 miles (499 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 310 miles (499 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 7:01 AM |
Last train 8:09 PM |
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Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean from $13 (€10). 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Free unlimited WiFi.
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
- Le Train Bleu
- La Fabrique Cookies
- The Grand Comptoir
- Café Pierre Hermé
- Paul
- Starbucks
- Golden Brioche
- Mezzo di Pasta
- McDonald's
- The Prem1er Café
- & many more
- Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Hôtel Locomo
- Hôtel Marceau Bastille
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- Located in Hall 1.
- Metro lines: 1, 14
- Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
- Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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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