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La Maison du Tourisme et du Vin de Pauillac
Interactive wine tourism centre explaining Médoc vineyards, river trade and tasting culture; a practical first stop for understanding Pauillac.
Cheapest price on 27 Oct
£12
Average ticket price on 27 Oct
£12
Fastest journey on 27 Oct
1 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 27 Oct
1 h 2 m
Trains on 27 Oct
3
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Pauillac is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Pauillac will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Tue 27 Oct, we found 3 trains from Bordeaux to Pauillac, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.






Trains from Bordeaux to Pauillac run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 42 km distance in 50m.
Distance 42 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 20:52 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Pauillac trains for today, Monday 26 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L42 (866149) | 17:53 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h10 | 19:03 Gare de Pauillac | 0 changesdirect | |
L42 (866153) | 18:53 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h08 | 20:01 Gare de Pauillac | 0 changesdirect | |
L42 (866155) | 19:53 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h04 | 20:57 Gare de Pauillac | 0 changesdirect | |
L42 (866163) | 20:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1h09 | 21:56 Gare de Pauillac | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 27 October | |||||
![]() | 7:59 Bordeaux | 1h04 | 9:03 Pauillac | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:54 Bordeaux | 1h01 | 9:55 Pauillac | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:54 Bordeaux | 1h01 | 10:55 Pauillac | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Interactive wine tourism centre explaining Médoc vineyards, river trade and tasting culture; a practical first stop for understanding Pauillac.
Contemporary art space associated with the Lynch-Bages estate, featuring changing exhibitions in a polished village setting near Pauillac.
Small heritage museum within a château visit, presenting family history, estate archives and objects linked to Pauillac’s wine culture.
Pleasant riverside promenade for walks and views over the Gironde, especially attractive for watching boats and Pauillac’s working port.
Charming hamlet area near Pauillac with lanes, stone houses and boutiques, popular for walking and seeing a polished Médoc village setting.
Central square framed by civic buildings and shops, useful as a pause point and for getting a feel for everyday life in Pauillac.
The Médoc’s flagship red wine, often led by Cabernet Sauvignon. It is central to local identity and the classic pairing for the area’s rich cuisine.
Local oysters from the Gironde and nearby Atlantic coast, prized for their briny freshness and traditionally enjoyed with simple accompaniments and local white wine.
A grilled rib steak from Bordeaux cattle, commonly served rare. It is a regional staple, especially paired with robust Médoc red wines.
Refined château dining in the Pauillac area, serving elegant regional cooking with vineyard views and an emphasis on Médoc produce.
Traditional restaurant and wine bar focusing on South-Western French cuisine, with a cosy atmosphere and strong local wine selection.
Smart brasserie in Pauillac known for regional dishes and Médoc wines in a polished yet relaxed setting near the marina.
Pauillac is moderate for wine-country France: meals and cafés are reasonable, but château visits, seasonal rooms and limited local transport can raise overall trip costs.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. For taxis, round up; for cafés, leave small change if you wish.
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Most Bordeaux to Pauillac trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Gare de Pauillac station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Pauillac 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.
Gare de Pauillac has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Pauillac.
ATMs are available at Gare de Pauillac.
Available at Gare de Pauillac: WC.
Available at Gare de Pauillac: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Pauillac.
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