The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
£575
Average price
£590
Fastest journey
11 h 17 m
Average duration
12 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Edinburgh will cost around £590 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £575.
To travel from Bordeaux to Edinburgh you need to make at least 4 changes.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a train costs an average of £580.
Distance: 1249 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£587 Average Price | £171 Average Price | £106 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 1m Average total duration 15h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 20m Average total duration 25h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bordeaux to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Edinburgh trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:55 Bordeaux | 24h04 | 12:59 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 18:46 Bordeaux | 22h17 | 17:03 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
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![]() | 07:44 Bordeaux | 11h17 | 19:01 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
![]() | 08:33 Bordeaux | 13h30 | 22:03 Edinburgh | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Edinburgh
Trains from Bordeaux to Edinburgh run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £580 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 1249 km distance in 11h 17m.
Distance 1249 km |
Average train duration 15h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £580 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 17m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Bordeaux to Edinburgh trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux and Edinburgh from £59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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