How to get to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean Train Station

Travel from Bordeaux city centre to Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station

Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station is the main station serving the city of Bordeaux. Five railway lines meet at Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station, and the station connects Bordeaux to popular cities in France such as Paris, Toulouse, Dijon, and Lille, and some of the trains passing through Saint Jean cross the border into Spain. The train station is divided into three main parts: the arrival hall, departure hall, and the cafeteria at the centre, all of which are parallel to the platform. Since the opening of the new TGV lines, Saint-Jean station has been renovated and equipped with modern equipment, but it still retains some of its old artefacts.

The station has many facilities that passengers will enjoy, including free Wi-Fi, restaurants, waiting rooms, a police station, and many others. It is also one of the city’s landmarks, and you can see the tall clock tower at a distance. Travel from Bordeaux city centre to Bordeaux train station is pretty simple, and tram line C is the easiest way of getting central. Buses and taxis also serve the station, and there are several attractions within walking distance. For more information about train stations in Bordeaux and Bordeaux train times, check out the Omio magazine, Omio The Window Seat.

How far is it from Bordeaux city centre to Bordeaux Saint-Jeantrain station?

Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station is about a mile from the city centre. There are several ways of getting to the city centre and walking is the most commonly used. Walking to the city centre takes about 15min, and buses, taxis, and trams are other methods of getting to the city centre. Tram line C provides regular service to Bordeaux Saint-Jean and should get you central in about 11min. You can also take a taxi from the taxi rank, and a trip to the centre takes about 5min.

What is the best way to get to Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station from Bordeaux city centre?

The distance between Bordeaux Saint-Jean and central Bordeaux is walkable, and a walk to the city centre takes about 15min. It is the best way of getting to the centre since it is cheap and allows you to explore the city on your way there. If you don’t want to walk, you can use the tram, bus, or taxi. Taxis are the fastest but the most expensive. They will get you central in about 5min. Trams are cheap and a good alternative to walking. They take about 11min to get to the centre and depart from Saint-Jean train station every five minutes. Tram line C is the one operating on this route. Buses are the other option, and bus lines 1 and 11 are the ones serving the centre of Bordeaux. they take about 18min, and they depart the station every 15min.

Where is/are the airports in Bordeaux and how to get there?

Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport is the main airport serving the city of Bordeaux, and it’s about 6 miles (10 km) from Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station. The main way of getting to the airport is by bus or taxi. Taxis are the fastest, and they take about 15min to get to the airport. Buses are the cheaper option, but unfortunately very slow. Bus line 1 serves the airport, going through central Bordeaux, and the whole trip takes about 50min. A bus departs the station for the airport every 15min.

How accessible is Bordeaux train station for those with limited mobility?

Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station is very accessible, with plenty of facilities provided to facilitate the movement for passengers with limited mobility. First, you’ll find courtesy wheelchairs at the station, and any passenger in need will have access to them. the station also offers special assistance to passengers with limited mobility. If you need help boarding or alighting trains or getting around the station, station staff at the Access Plus reception are willing to help. The station has also provided lifts and escalators for easy access to higher areas of the station and many stair-free options around the station. You’ll find clean, accessible toilets at Bordeaux Saint-Jean and several reserved parking spots for people in wheelchairs.

Bordeaux Train Station. Source: Shutterstock

Night trains to/from Bordeaux Saint-Jean

Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station is usually operational until late in the night. on most days, you’ll get night trains on many routes; however, they aren’t as frequent as daytime trains. The station's operation hours are between 4:30 a.m. and 1:00 a.m. every day, and within these hours, you will get trains operating on most routes. However, outside the operational hours, no trains operate at the Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station.

Travelling by train in Bordeaux: Sustainable journey

Train travel is one of the most sustainable and should be your number one choice for visiting Bordeaux. First, trains have become electric, meaning they use clean energy to get from one point to another. Trains also make good use of land, as train tracks don’t take up much space as airports or roadways. Trains also make use of their braking energy through regenerative braking technologies. As they brake, trains store the energy used in braking to be used in various train operations. Finally, now with Omio, you don’t need paper for your tickets as you can book trains to Bordeaux and store your electronic ticket on your phone.

Local tips: Bordeaux train station points of interest

There is a lot to enjoy at Saint-Jean train station in Bordeaux. The station offers many amenities that you’ll find useful if you are arriving or departing from the station. First, the station offers free Wi-Fi to keep you connected to your friends and family. Because this is wine country, you’ll find several wine shops and bars at the station where you can sample Bordeaux’s finest wines. If you want to do some local exploration, you can visit the tourist office at the station for some insider tips for the best time in Bordeaux.

The station also has an on-site supermarket and several gift shops if you’ll need to pick up some sundries from the station. The station also has several restaurants offering take-away dishes as well as several dine-in options, most offered with a wine pairing. There’s a family area for those with kids and a photo booth at the station. Other useful station amenities include clean toilets, ATMs, a post box, a defibrillator, and a newsstand. If you wish to do some light exploring outside the station, here are some great places to visit near Saint-Jean station.

• Bordeaux Clock
• Bordeaux Exchange Square
• Cancons Plaza
• Saint Michel Church
• Pierre Bridge
• San Andrei Cathedral
• Pebelanta
• Bordeaux Grand Theatre

What to do in Bordeaux

Once known as the sleepy wine capital of France, Bordeaux has undergone cultural and architectural regeneration in recent years and is now a top destination rivalling France’s major cities. Wine still plays a major part in this south-western city’s appeal, but the recent growth in the art scene, street markets, and the sprouting of several Michelin-star restaurants is drawing artists and foodies into the city. Here are some of the best things to do in Bordeaux. One of the best ways to enjoy this city is simply strolling through the streets and enjoying the architecture. Parisian influences are strong in the city with winding roads and white brick buildings.

Lovers of wine will enjoy it in Bordeaux. The city isn’t dubbed the wine capital of the world for no reason. Every street you walk is lined with a wine shop or bar, and every restaurant has an extensive list of wine pairings for their meals. Foodies will also love it here as some of the country’s best chefs have relocated to Bordeaux to be close to the wine. The best of French cuisine can be enjoyed in Bordeaux, and several restaurants are just a short walk from the train station in Bordeaux. To experience the above-mentioned and more, book a train to Bordeaux using the Omio app on your phone.