How to travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, while a train costs an average of $41.

Distance: 113 miles (183 km)

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$41

Average price

$19

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$61

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2h 51m

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Fastest

2h 21m

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30m

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3h 27m

Average total duration

2h 57m

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2h 26m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz:

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz costing on average $41 (€34).

A bus is $337 (€276) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz costing on average $356 (€292).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 51m.

Other travel options to Saint-Jean-de-Luz take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

Flight takes on average 12h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bordeaux and Saint-Jean-de-Luz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 5m faster (2h 21m by train vs 2h 26m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€34) vs $61 (€50)). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz

How to get from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus95919
    3:20 PM3h05
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    6:25 PMSaint-Jean-de-Luz, Boulevard du Commandant Passicot
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus95919
    3:20 PM3h05
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    6:25 PMSaint-Jean-de-Luz, Boulevard du Commandant Passicot
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12285
    9:20 AM2h13
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    11:33 AMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    $501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187D51 (866453)
    10:20 AM2h17
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    12:37 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866463)
    6:44 PM2h25
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    9:09 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187L51 (866435)
    5:19 PM2h26
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    7:45 PMGare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:20 AM2h55
    Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre)
    11:15 AMSaint-Jean-de-Luz, Boulevard du Commandant Passicot
    $171One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:45 PM3h00
    Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre)
    7:45 PMSaint-Jean-de-Luz, Boulevard du Commandant Passicot
    $171One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:20 PM3h25
    Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate
    7:45 PMSaint-Jean-de-Luz, Boulevard du Commandant Passicot
    $171One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7439 · AF7480
    8:25 PM14h35
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    11:00 AMBiarritz Airport
    $7171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF9425 · AF7480
    7:00 AM4h00
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    11:00 AMBiarritz Airport
    $9581One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7441 · AF7480
    6:00 AM5h00
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    11:00 AMBiarritz Airport
    $9581One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz

Travel to Saint-Jean-de-Luz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Saint-Jean-de-Luz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz is a bus with an average price of $19 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz:

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz costing on average $41 (€34).

A bus is $337 (€276) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz costing on average $356 (€292).

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 51m.

Other travel options to Saint-Jean-de-Luz take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 27m.

Flight takes on average 12h 28m.

The distance from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz is approximately 113 miles (183 km).
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux and Saint-Jean-de-Luz as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Biarritz Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and arrive in Gare de Saint-Jean-de-Luz-Ciboure.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and arrive in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Boulevard du Commandant Passicot.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Saint-Jean-de-Luz by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF | Autocar, Alsa to go to Saint-Jean-de-Luz by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
  • 9 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux to Saint-Jean-de-Luz often also extend their vacation to go to Donostia-San Sebastian, Paris, Bilbao, Biarritz, Bayonne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Saint-Jean-de-Luz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Saint-Jean-de-Luz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Saint-Jean-de-Luz, you can enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic town center, explore the scenic coastline and nearby coves on a boat trip, and visit the local market for regional specialties. Attend a Basque pelota game and indulge in a seafood tasting tour. Key sights include the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Church, Maison de l'Infante, the picturesque Port de Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the sandy Grande Plage, and Fort Socoa with its panoramic views.
To fully enjoy Saint-Jean-de-Luz, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient to explore its charming Basque architecture, beautiful beaches, and vibrant local markets.
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