How to travel from Paris to Bordeaux

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Bordeaux

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $111.

Distance: 310 miles (499 km)

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$84

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$32

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$278

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5h 54m

Average total duration

5h 24m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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Air France

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from Paris to Bordeaux

How to get from Paris to Bordeaux by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

AlsaNormal
01:30PM6h59
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)
08:29PMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
$151One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

AlsaNormal
01:30PM6h59
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)
08:29PMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
$151One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Air FranceAF7436
09:45AM1h15
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
11:00AMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
$5271One-way
0 transfers

Other options

TGV INOUI8572
10:05AM2h09
Paris Gare Montparnasse
12:14PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean
$761One-way
0 transfers
TGV INOUI8537
10:05AM2h09
Paris Gare Montparnasse
12:14PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean
$831One-way
0 transfers
TGV INOUI8445
09:50AM2h50
Paris Gare Montparnasse
12:40PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean
$831One-way
0 transfers
AlsaNormal
01:00PM7h29
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
08:29PMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
$151One-way
0 transfers
AlsaNormal
12:30PM7h59
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145
08:29PMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
$151One-way
0 transfers
AlsaNormal
05:00PM7h40
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
12:40AMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
$151One-way
0 transfers
SWISSLX645+LAERLX550
07:55PM18h30
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
02:25PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
$2501One-way
1 transfer
LAERLX639 · LX550
03:00PM23h25
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
02:25PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
$2501One-way
1 transfer
Air FranceAF7432
08:00AM1h15
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
09:15AMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
$5271One-way
0 transfers

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Travel from Paris to Bordeaux

Anyone traveling in France from Paris to Bordeaux can choose between flights, trains and buses. If you need to get to Bordeaux in a hurry, flying is easily the best option, with flights taking just over an hour to reach their destination. However, high-speed TGV express trains are almost as quick (and probably more comfortable), and buses represent and affordable alternative.

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Paris to Bordeaux Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€25

7:00 h

1 Day Ahead

trains

€73

3:11 h

2 Months Ahead

flight

€189

1:05 h

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What is the best way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux?

Cheapest way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux. Buses traveling from Paris to Bordeaux depart from either Paris' Porte Maillot, Gare Routière Galliéni, Porte de Charenton, or Gare Routière Bercy Arena bus station and take at least 7 hours to arrive at Bordeaux's Gare Saint Jean. Approximately 20 buses travel from Paris to Bordeaux every day. The first Paris to Bordeaux bus departs at 8:20 a.m. while the last departs at 11:15 p.m. Bus companies that travel from Paris to Bordeaux include Flixbus, Ouibus, Alsa, and Eurolines.


Fastest way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux


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Taking a flight is the fastest way to travel; however, when travel time to and from Paris and Bordeaux's airports is taken into consideration, taking the train is actually the fastest way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux. Flights depart from either Paris' Charles de Gaulle or Orly airport and arrive at Bordeaux's airport after 1:05 h of flight time. Air France is the only airline that offers direct flights from Paris to Bordeaux.


Most popular way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux


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Taking the train is by far the most popular way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux. Taking a high-speed SNCF TGV train is the fastest way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux when traveling to and from Paris and Bordeaux's airports is considered. Taking the train is approximately 30 minutes faster than taking a flight and almost 4 hours faster than taking the bus. Trains traveling from Paris to Bordeaux are also significantly cheaper than taking a flight. There are over 20 trains traveling from Paris to Bordeaux per day, with the first departing Paris at 6:00 a.m.


How to get from Paris to Bordeaux

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Paris to Bordeaux, 81,72% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Paris to Bordeaux and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Paris to Bordeaux

Travel to Bordeaux 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 Paris to Bordeaux.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Bordeaux including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux is a bus with an average price of $18 (€14).

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to Bordeaux:

A bus is $31 (€25) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Bordeaux costing on average $49 (€39).

A bus is $93 (€74) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Bordeaux costing on average $111 (€89).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Bordeaux is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 15m.

Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 3m.

Bus takes on average 6h 14m.

The distance from Paris to Bordeaux is approximately 310 miles (499 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Bordeaux is:
  • Around 28 buses per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to Bordeaux:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Bordeaux Mérignac Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare Montparnasse and arrive in Bordeaux-Saint-Jean.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Bordeaux, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air France, Luxair, Lufthansa, CityJet, Air Baltic, Shaheen Air International, Amelia to go to Bordeaux by flight.
  • Travel with TGV INOUI, SNCF Intercités de nuit , SNCF TER, SNCF Intercités, SNCF to go to Bordeaux by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Internorte, Euroscoach By Cm Tours to go to Bordeaux by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Bordeaux with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct flights per day with Air France, Shaheen Air International, Amelia.
  • 15 direct trains per day with TGV INOUI, SNCF.
  • 28 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Internorte, Euroscoach By Cm Tours.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to Bordeaux often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Madrid, Marseille, Lyon, Lisbon. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bordeaux and these popular destinations at a great price.
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