- Must visit
Cité de l'Océan
Leading museum on surfing culture and history, with boards, films and sea views that suit Biarritz’s strong surf identity.
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 59 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Biarritz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Biarritz will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 10 trains that leave Bordeaux for Biarritz every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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L51 (866431)
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D51 (866459)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Biarritz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £94.
Distance: 170 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £331 Average Price |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 13m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Biarritz trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L51 (866413) | 8:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h13 | 10:32 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
8531 | On time 9:20 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h57 | 11:17 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
8533 | On time 10:24 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h56 | 12:20 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
D51 (866455) | 10:52 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h06 | 12:58 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
8537 | 12:20 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h56 | 14:16 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
D51 (866425) | 13:22 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h08 | 15:30 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866429) | 15:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h22 | 17:41 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
8547 | 16:21 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h58 | 18:19 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866435) | 17:19 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h11 | 19:30 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
8549 | 18:18 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h59 | 20:17 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
L51 (866463) | 18:44 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h09 | 20:53 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
8551 | 20:53 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2h00 | 22:53 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
8553 | 22:24 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h56 | 0:20 Biarritz station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bordeaux to Biarritz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 22:24 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Leading museum on surfing culture and history, with boards, films and sea views that suit Biarritz’s strong surf identity.
Interactive marine centre focused on the ocean, climate and aquatic life, with family-friendly exhibits and a dramatic cliff-top position.
Compact local history museum exploring Biarritz’s past from fishing village to fashionable seaside resort through objects and archives.
Elegant seafront promenade with grand hotels, beaches and classic views, ideal for a first walk and sunset over the Atlantic.
Broad sandy beach backed by cliffs and a lively promenade, popular for surf watching, walking and easy access to the coast.
Small fishing harbour area with whitewashed houses, boat sheds and a more local atmosphere close to the coast and town centre.
A Basque chicken stew with peppers, tomatoes and Espelette pepper. It is a regional staple linking Biarritz to nearby French Basque cooking.
Traditional Basque fish soup made with local catch, vegetables and often bread or rouille. It reflects the town’s long Atlantic fishing heritage.
Cured Bayonne ham from the Basque area, prized for its gentle saltiness and long maturation. Commonly served as an aperitif or starter.
Elegant seaside dining known for refined seafood and Basque-influenced cooking, with a polished atmosphere near the Grande Plage.
Traditional seafood venue at the fishing port, best known for fresh fish and shellfish with an unfussy, authentic harbour atmosphere.
Popular market-style spot for tapas, charcuterie and regional specialities. Casual, convivial and well suited to sampling Basque flavours.
Biarritz is pricier than many French beach towns, with higher hotel and dining costs in peak season, though local buses and casual eateries help keep daily spending reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Biarritz by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Biarritz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Biarritz trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Biarritz station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Biarritz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
Biarritz is 2 km from Biarritz city centre. Public transport options include:
Biarritz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot Gourmet, Chez Albert
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Ticket office support is available at Biarritz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Biarritz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Biarritz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Biarritz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Biarritz: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel du Palais, Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz, Regina Experimental Biarritz.
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