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Musée souterrain de Saint-Émilion
Heritage museum in a former convent presenting archaeology, carved stone and objects that explain the town’s monastic and civic past.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Sat 31 Oct, we found 9 trains from Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 32 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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Trains from Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion run on average 11 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 27m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 22:37 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion trains for today, Friday 30 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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L33 (865636) | 18:39 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h32 | 19:11 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
D33 (865736) | 19:43 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h31 | 20:14 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
D33 (865644) | 21:34 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h34 | 22:08 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
D33 (865646) | 22:37 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h31 | 23:08 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
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L33 (865612) | 5:50 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h35 | 6:25 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
D33 (865704) | 7:38 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h34 | 8:12 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
D33 (865716) | 9:41 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h30 | 10:11 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
L33 (865624) | 11:41 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h29 | 12:10 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
D33 (865724) | 13:39 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h34 | 14:13 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
L33 (865726) | 15:48 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h32 | 16:20 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
D33 (865734) | 17:41 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0h31 | 18:12 Saint-Émilion | 0 changesdirect | |
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Heritage museum in a former convent presenting archaeology, carved stone and objects that explain the town’s monastic and civic past.
Contemporary art space in a working estate, showing rotating exhibitions in a refined rural setting close to the historic village.
Underground pottery museum displaying local ceramics in former stone quarries, with intimate rooms that show a lesser-known craft side of the town.
Panoramic terrace near the upper town with open views over vineyard slopes, especially appealing in late afternoon light.
Steep cobbled main street lined with stone houses, shops and viewpoints, ideal for absorbing the character of the medieval centre.
Central square shaded by old trees, surrounded by historic facades and often used as a relaxed meeting point during a walking visit.
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru wine is the town’s signature red, usually Merlot-led, known for elegant structure and deep fruit from the surrounding limestone vineyards.
Macarons de Saint-Émilion are small almond biscuits with a soft centre, made locally since the 17th century and closely tied to the town’s confectionery heritage.
Cannelés are caramelised Bordeaux pastries flavoured with vanilla and rum, with a custardy centre. They are a classic regional sweet found around Saint-Émilion.
Smart dining room near the centre, known for polished French cuisine and strong wine pairings in a calm, upscale atmosphere.
Refined restaurant in central Saint-Émilion serving seasonal south-west French dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Well-known local bistro with a historic feel, focused on regional classics, local wines and hearty traditional cooking.
Moderate for wine-country France: dining and stays are pricier than small towns, but day visits and simple meals remain manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion 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 Saint-Emilion, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Saint-Emilion trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Saint-Émilion station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Saint-Emilion 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.
Saint-Émilion is 1 km from Saint-Emilion city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Émilion has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Émilion.
Available at Saint-Émilion: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Émilion: Bike Parking.
Nearby hotels include Auberge de la Commanderie, Hostellerie de Plaisance, Les Logis du Roy.
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