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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.
Cheapest price on Oct 27
$144
Average ticket price on Oct 27
$171
Fastest journey on Oct 27
6 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Oct 27
6 h 10 m
Trains on Oct 27
44
Distance
871 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Bordeaux will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Bordeaux without transferring at least once.
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12263Trains from Rotterdam to Bordeaux run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€34) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 18:05. The fastest train covers the 541 miles (871 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 541 miles (871 km) |
Average train duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€34) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 6:05 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Bordeaux.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Bordeaux trains for today, Monday, October 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9328+ 8439 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 13h14 | 11:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8419 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 11h16 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9328+ 8419 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 11h16 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8439 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 13h14 | 11:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9428+ 8491 | 9:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 11h46 | 9:44 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 8419 | 11:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h16 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 8439 | 11:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 11h14 | 11:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9340+ 8491 | 11:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h46 | 9:44 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9452+ 8419 | 1:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h16 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9352+ 8419 | 1:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h16 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9352+ 8439 | 1:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h14 | 11:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9352+ 8491 | 1:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h46 | 9:44 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9364+ 8439 | 3:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h14 | 11:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9364+ 3731+ F41+ (866202) | 3:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 14h30 | 6:28 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
9370+ 3731+ F41+ (866202) | 4:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 13h30 | 6:28 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
9376+ 3731+ F41+ (866202) | 5:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 12h30 | 6:28 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
9476+ 3731+ F41+ (866202) | 5:58 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 12h30 | 6:28 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, October 27 | |||||
9310+ 12255 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h17 | 1:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 12261 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 10h17 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 8413 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h05 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 8413 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h05 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 12255 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h17 | 1:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9310+ 12265 | 6:57 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h17 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 8413 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h04 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 12261 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h16 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 8413 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h04 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 8413 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h04 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 12265 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h16 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9316+ 8413 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h04 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9416+ 12261 | 7:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 9h16 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9520+ 19714+ 7038 · 12261 | 8:42 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h32 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4 transfers | |
9322+ 8413 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6h04 | 3:02 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 12261 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 8h16 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
9322+ 12265 | 8:58 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 7h16 | 4:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
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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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Most Rotterdam to Bordeaux trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal 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: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
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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