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La Cité du Vin
An immersive, interactive journey around the world of wine, offering tasting sessions and exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$206
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
735 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochefort to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochefort to Bordeaux will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $206.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rochefort for Bordeaux on Fri, May 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 735 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 7 h 54 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochefort to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $206.
Distance: 456 miles (735 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$226 Average price | $163 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rochefort to Bordeaux:
A bus is $137 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rochefort to Bordeaux costing on average $163 (€131).
A bus is $200 (€160) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rochefort to Bordeaux costing on average $226 (€181).
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
Train takes on average 7h 16m.
You'll arrive about 1h 16m sooner (7h 16m by train vs 8h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $226 (€181) compared to roughly $32 (€25) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Rochefort to Bordeaux trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:49 PM Rochefort | 2h12 | 7:01 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:12 PM Rochefort | 2h03 | 8:15 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 PM Rochefort | 2h01 | 10:06 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:31 PM Rochefort | 8h51 | 7:22 AM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
![]() | 8:20 AM Rochefort | 7h54 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Rochefort | 6h22 | 5:12 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Rochefort to Bordeaux run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $206 (€165) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 14:46. The fastest train covers the 456 miles (735 km) distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 456 miles (735 km) |
Average train duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $206 (€165) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 8:50 AM |
Last train 2:46 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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An immersive, interactive journey around the world of wine, offering tasting sessions and exhibitions.
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Museum documenting the history of Bordeaux and the region of Aquitaine.
One of the longest pedestrian shopping streets in Europe, filled with shops, cafes, and restaurants.
Scenic promenades along the Garonne River, perfect for a walk or a bike ride.
A trendy neighborhood known for its vintage shops, cafes, and art galleries.
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A platter of fresh seafood, including oysters and prawns, often served with aioli or vinaigrette.
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Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory. Typically, round up the bill or leave 5-10% in restaurants.
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