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Bordeaux to Paris Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Bordeaux to Paris trains run mainly as TGV INOUI and OUIGO high-speed services operated by SNCF Voyageurs. Trains depart from Bordeaux Saint-Jean and arrive at Paris Montparnasse, with some services calling at stations such as Angouleme, Poitiers, Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, or Massy TGV depending on the stopping pattern. The route is about 584 km, using the LGV Sud Europe Atlantique north of Bordeaux and the LGV Atlantique into Paris. Around 20 to 30 direct departures run on a typical weekday. The fastest TGV INOUI services take about 2 hours 3 minutes, while slower direct trains take around 3 hours 15 minutes when making more intermediate stops. One-way fares from Bordeaux to Paris start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance OUIGO or low-price TGV fares and can rise to around €140 ($151 USD) for flexible First Class or late-booking tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

22Jun

Seats

Bordeaux

Paris

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:18

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

3h 22m

08:40

ParisParis Montparnasse

Direct

OUI 8480

from

8096 USD

3h 22m, Direct

05:18

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

08:40

ParisParis Montparnasse

from

8096 USD

Direct

OUI 8480

05:40

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

2h 29m

08:09

ParisParis Montparnasse

Direct

OUI 8422

from

32213 USD

2h 29m, Direct

05:40

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

08:09

ParisParis Montparnasse

from

32213 USD

Direct

OUI 8422

Day trains

12:12

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

2h 10m

14:22

ParisParis Montparnasse

Direct

OUI 12264

from

13781 USD

2h 10m, Direct

12:12

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

14:22

ParisParis Montparnasse

from

13781 USD

Direct

OUI 12264

12:12

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

2h 10m

14:22

ParisParis Montparnasse

Direct

SNCF 8534

from

12920 USD

2h 10m, Direct

12:12

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

14:22

ParisParis Montparnasse

from

12920 USD

Direct

SNCF 8534

Evening trains

18:38

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

3h 24m

22:02

ParisParis Montparnasse

Direct

OUI 8450

from

8958 USD

3h 24m, Direct

18:38

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

22:02

ParisParis Montparnasse

from

8958 USD

Direct

OUI 8450

18:46

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

2h 14m

21:00

ParisParis Montparnasse

Direct

TGV Inoui 12278

from

11886 USD

2h 14m, Direct

18:46

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

21:00

ParisParis Montparnasse

from

11886 USD

Direct

TGV Inoui 12278

First train

05:18

Last train

22:16

Travel duration

2h 33m

Daily departures

Departure station

Bordeaux

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Paris

Ticket price

$48

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Bordeaux to Paris Route Overview

The Bordeaux to Paris rail route was transformed by the opening of the LGV Sud Europe Atlantique in 2017, which cut the fastest city-center journey to just over 2 hours. The line links the wine capital of southwest France with Paris Montparnasse, passing the Charente and Poitou regions before joining the high-speed approach to the capital. TGV INOUI normally offers reserved seating in Second and First Class, while OUIGO uses compulsory reservation and a low-cost luggage and add-on model. Non-reserved boarding is not the practice on this route; the train number, coach, and seat shown on the ticket matter.

Travel time

2h 33m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 8m

Longest trip

4h 9m

Bordeaux

Bordeaux is the main city of the Gironde and a major rail hub for southwest France. Bordeaux Saint-Jean station sits south of the historic center, with tram line C linking the station area to Quinconces, Place de la Bourse, and the riverfront.

Bordeaux St-Jean

Station

2h 33m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest rail hub. Trains from Bordeaux normally arrive at Paris Montparnasse, the main station for Atlantic and southwest France services, with metro connections to lines 4, 6, 12, and 13.

Paris Est

Station

Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

Paris Austerlitz

Paris Montparnasse

Paris Gare de Lyon

Paris Gare de l’Est

Paris St-Lazare

Paris Gare du Nord

PARIS BERCY

Disneyland Paris

Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

Station

Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI and OUIGO have different luggage practices, so check the fare conditions before boarding from Bordeaux Saint-Jean. Large items must be labeled and kept in designated spaces.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may take 2 large pieces up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage, provided they can carry and store them. OUIGO tickets include a more limited basic allowance, with larger or additional bags usually requiring a paid option.

Storage Facilities

TGV cars have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near the doors, and spaces between some seat backs. Keep valuables with you and place large suitcases in the racks at coach ends before departure.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, skis, pushchairs, and musical instruments are accepted only if packed and within the operator's size rules. Non-folding bicycles on French high-speed trains require a dedicated bike space where available or must be disassembled and bagged.

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Bordeaux to Paris Map

The Bordeaux to Paris route runs from Bordeaux Saint-Jean north through the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, then uses the LGV Sud Europe Atlantique toward Poitiers and Tours before joining the LGV Atlantique into Paris Montparnasse. Depending on the train, intermediate stops may include Angouleme, Poitiers, Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, Vendome-Villiers, and Massy TGV. The line crosses vineyard country near Bordeaux, open farmland in Poitou, and the southwest suburbs before entering Paris.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Bordeaux to Paris train runs from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Paris Montparnasse, avoiding airport transfers at both ends. Direct buses between Bordeaux and Paris usually take 7 to 9 hours and use coach stations away from some central districts. Flights from Bordeaux Merignac to Paris airports take about 1 hour 15 minutes in the air, but airport access, security, boarding, and onward transfer usually add several hours. Electric high-speed rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this domestic corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 46m

Price from

$45

Departures

411

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 22m

Price from

$45

Departures

387

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 34m

Price from

$40

Departures

137

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 14m

Price from

$48

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 48m

Price from

$40

Departures

Rating

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 33m

$48-$218

Bus

Apprx.

8h 0m

$18-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 15m

$70-$230

FAQ about the Bordeaux - Paris Route

Does Eurail cover Bordeaux to Paris trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are accepted on TGV INOUI services between Bordeaux and Paris, but a paid seat reservation is mandatory. OUIGO services are generally not covered by these passes. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Bordeaux to Paris?

One-way Bordeaux to Paris fares start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance OUIGO or low-price TGV tickets and can rise to around €140 ($151 USD) for flexible First Class or late-booking fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Bordeaux to Paris?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Paris Montparnasse take about 2 hours 3 minutes. Slower direct services with more stops can take around 3 hours 15 minutes. The route distance is about 584 km.

How fast is the TGV from Bordeaux to Paris?

TGV INOUI and OUIGO trainsets on the Bordeaux to Paris corridor can run up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on high-speed sections. Average speed is lower on services with additional stops at cities such as Angouleme, Poitiers, or Saint-Pierre-des-Corps.

How to book Bordeaux to Paris train tickets?

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