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Paris to Bordeaux Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Paris to Bordeaux trains run mainly from Paris Montparnasse to Bordeaux Saint-Jean on the South Europe Atlantic high-speed line. SNCF operates TGV INOUI and OUIGO services on this route, with some trains calling at Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, Poitiers, Angouleme, or Libourne depending on the departure. The fastest trains cover the 499 km route in about 2 hours 3 minutes, while slower direct services take around 3 hours 15 minutes when they make more stops or use different paths. Travelers can choose Standard and First Class on TGV INOUI, while OUIGO uses a low-cost all-Standard layout with paid options for larger bags and seat selection. One-way Paris to Bordeaux fares start from about €16 ($17 USD) for the cheapest OUIGO advance fares and can rise to around €130 ($140 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI First Class close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are usually around 20 to 30 direct departures per day in one direction, and Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Seats

Paris

Bordeaux

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:00

ParisParis Montparnasse

3h 2m

09:02

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

Direct

OUI 8441

from

9686 USD

3h 2m, Direct

06:00

ParisParis Montparnasse

09:02

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

from

9686 USD

Direct

OUI 8441

06:05

ParisParis Montparnasse

2h 9m

08:14

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

Direct

SNCF 8501

from

12524 USD

2h 9m, Direct

06:05

ParisParis Montparnasse

08:14

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

from

12524 USD

Direct

SNCF 8501

Day trains

12:06

ParisParis Montparnasse

2h 12m

14:18

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

Direct

OUIGO 7681

from

9519 USD

2h 12m, Direct

12:06

ParisParis Montparnasse

14:18

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

from

9519 USD

Direct

OUIGO 7681

12:38

ParisParis Montparnasse

2h 8m

14:46

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

Direct

OUIGO 7673

from

13025 USD

2h 8m, Direct

12:38

ParisParis Montparnasse

14:46

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

from

13025 USD

Direct

OUIGO 7673

Evening trains

18:04

ParisParis Montparnasse

2h 10m

20:14

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

Direct

SNCF 8519

from

21709 USD

2h 10m, Direct

18:04

ParisParis Montparnasse

20:14

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

from

21709 USD

Direct

SNCF 8519

18:04

ParisParis Montparnasse

2h 10m

20:14

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

Direct

OUI 8593

from

17367 USD

2h 10m, Direct

18:04

ParisParis Montparnasse

20:14

BordeauxBordeaux St-Jean

from

17367 USD

Direct

OUI 8593

First train

06:00

Last train

21:38

Travel duration

2h 35m

Daily departures

Departure station

Paris

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Bordeaux

Ticket price

$45

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Paris to Bordeaux Route Overview

The Paris to Bordeaux route changed significantly with the opening of the LGV Sud Europe Atlantique in 2017, cutting the fastest capital-to-Bordeaux travel time to just over 2 hours. The high-speed section runs southwest from the Paris region toward Tours and Poitiers before continuing to the Gironde area and Bordeaux Saint-Jean. A distinctive feature of this corridor is its direct link between central Paris and one of France's main wine regions without changing trains or using either Paris airport. TGV INOUI reservations are tied to a specific train, while OUIGO also requires a booked train and has stricter rules for baggage options and check-in timing.

Travel time

2h 35m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 8m

Longest trip

3h 54m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and the country's largest rail hub, with different mainline stations serving different regions. Bordeaux-bound TGV trains depart from Paris Montparnasse, on the Left Bank, with metro connections from lines 4, 6, 12, and 13 at Montparnasse-Bienvenue.

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

2h 35m

Bordeaux

Bordeaux is the historic port city of the Gironde and the center of one of the world's best-known wine regions. Bordeaux Saint-Jean station sits south of the old center, with tram line C and local trains linking the station to Place de la Bourse, Chartrons, and regional wine towns.

Bordeaux St-Jean

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

Paris to Bordeaux TGV services have marked luggage spaces, but rules differ between TGV INOUI and OUIGO. Check baggage options before choosing the lowest fare.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may generally bring 2 large pieces up to 130 cm each plus 1 item of hand baggage, and all bags must be labeled. OUIGO fares include smaller baggage by default, with larger or additional bags requiring a paid option during booking.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets on the Paris to Bordeaux route have overhead racks for cabin bags and larger luggage racks near coach entrances or mid-car areas. Keep valuables at your seat, especially during station stops at Poitiers, Angouleme, or Libourne.

Special Items

Folded bicycles may travel as luggage if packed in a cover within the accepted size limits. Fully assembled bicycles, large sports gear, and musical instruments may require a specific reservation, paid option, or train with suitable space.

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Paris to Bordeaux Map

The Paris to Bordeaux route starts at Paris Montparnasse and runs southwest on the Atlantique axis. Direct TGV services use the LGV Atlantique and LGV Sud Europe Atlantique, passing the Tours and Poitiers areas before Angouleme and the approach to Bordeaux Saint-Jean. Depending on the train, intermediate stops may include Saint-Pierre-des-Corps, Poitiers, Angouleme, and Libourne. The route moves from the Paris basin into western France, then through Charente countryside and vineyards near the Gironde.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Paris to Bordeaux train links Paris Montparnasse and Bordeaux Saint-Jean directly, with frequent departures and no airport transfer. Long-distance buses between Paris and Bordeaux commonly take 7 to 9 hours and usually use coach stations outside the main rail terminal flow. Flights between Paris and Bordeaux have about 1 hour 15 minutes in the air, but airport access, security, boarding, and baggage collection often make the total city-to-city time longer than the fastest TGV. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying on this domestic corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 50m

Price from

$45

Departures

514

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 16m

Price from

$45

Departures

292

Rating

Train

OUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 26m

Price from

$43

Departures

141

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 22m

Price from

$54

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 51m

Price from

$44

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 35m

$45-$231

Bus

Apprx.

8h 0m

$18-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 15m

$70-$230

FAQ about the Paris - Bordeaux Route

How much is the train from Paris to Bordeaux?

One-way Paris to Bordeaux train fares start from about €16 ($17 USD) for the cheapest OUIGO advance tickets and can reach around €130 ($140 USD) for flexible TGV INOUI First Class close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the Paris to Bordeaux train?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI services from Paris Montparnasse to Bordeaux Saint-Jean take about 2 hours 3 minutes. Other direct TGV INOUI or OUIGO trains usually take between about 2 hours 10 minutes and 3 hours 15 minutes, depending on stops and the service pattern.

How fast is the TGV from Paris to Bordeaux?

TGV trains between Paris and Bordeaux can run at up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on the high-speed sections of the Atlantique corridor. The fastest schedules use long non-stop or limited-stop paths between Paris Montparnasse and Bordeaux Saint-Jean.

Does Eurail cover Paris to Bordeaux TGV trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on TGV INOUI services between Paris and Bordeaux only with a mandatory paid seat reservation. OUIGO is not covered by Eurail or Interrail passes. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for Paris to Bordeaux TGV INOUI and OUIGO services.

How do I book Paris to Bordeaux train tickets?

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