- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux
Leading Bordeaux museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts housed in two elegant city buildings.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
47 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preignac to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preignac to Bordeaux will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 6 trains that leave Preignac for Bordeaux on Thu, Jul 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest trains will take 48 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.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Preignac to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Preignac to Bordeaux:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preignac to Bordeaux costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 10m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.44 (€-6.11). The journey takes 51m versus 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Preignac to Bordeaux trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 AM Preignac | 0h47 | 6:20 AM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:07 AM Preignac | 0h47 | 7:54 AM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:28 AM Preignac | 0h47 | 11:15 AM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Preignac | 0h47 | 3:17 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 PM Preignac | 0h48 | 6:31 PM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:26 PM Preignac | 1h07 | 8:33 PM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Preignac to Bordeaux run on average 5 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 47m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 47m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preignac 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 Preignac to Bordeaux trains use the Preignac to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Preignac and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Preignac has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and WC.
Available at Preignac: WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preignac.
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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