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Zarautz Museoa
Archaeological and historical museum beside Santa Maria la Real, displaying finds from the site and explaining Zarautz's development across centuries.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£68
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 15 m
Trains on 23 Sept
1
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Zarautz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Zarautz will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
To travel from Bordeaux to Zarautz you need to make at least 2 changes.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Zarautz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £614.
Distance: 215 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£41 Average Price | £614 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Zarautz:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Zarautz costing on average £41.
A coach is £578 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Zarautz costing on average £614.
Other travel options to Zarautz take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 54m.
Coach takes on average 3h 41m.
The journey is about 23m faster (2h 36m by train vs 2h 59m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£41 vs £60). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Zarautz trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:05 Bordeaux | 4h15 | 9:20 Zarautz | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Bordeaux to Zarautz run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 215 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 215 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 4:48 |
Last train 20:56 |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Discover the best of Zarautz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zarautz trip today.
Archaeological and historical museum beside Santa Maria la Real, displaying finds from the site and explaining Zarautz's development across centuries.
Photographic gallery and archive with exhibitions focused on Basque culture, history and documentary photography. A strong choice for local visual culture.
Cultural venue hosting contemporary art exhibitions, talks and local creative programmes. Useful for visitors seeking current artistic life in Zarautz.
Long urban beach and promenade ideal for walking, surfing and sea views. It is the town's signature area and the natural focus of a first visit.
Scenic coastal path and viewpoint above the beach, popular for sunsets and panoramas towards Getaria. A rewarding walk with a distinctly local feel.
Atmospheric old quarter with narrow streets, historic houses and easy access to key heritage sites. Best explored on foot at a relaxed pace.
Chargrilled wild turbot from the Basque coast, prized in nearby Getaria for its smoky flavour and very fresh local catch.
Whole grilled sea bream, a classic fish cookery style of the Gipuzkoa coast, valued for simple seasoning and charcoal flavour.
Salt cod omelette, a traditional Basque pintxo and cider-house dish. It is special for pairing local bacalao with eggs in a simple tavern style.
Refined seaside restaurant in Zarautz known for Basque tasting menus and polished cooking with Atlantic views.
Popular grill restaurant near the beach, specialising in charcoal-cooked fish and meat in a relaxed traditional setting.
Established local venue for Basque cuisine and pintxos, with a warm tavern atmosphere and strong seafood focus.
Moderate for northern Spain: dining and stays cost more in summer, but pintxos, local transport and cafés remain fairly manageable for most travellers.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés and taxis, small change or rounding up is usual, not expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Zarautz 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 Zarautz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Zarautz trains use the Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Hendaye station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Zarautz 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.
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