
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Luggage
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£143
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£200
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 21 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 35 m
Trains on 18 Sept
11
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brest to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brest to Bordeaux will cost around £200 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £143.
To travel from Brest to Bordeaux you need to make at least one change.
8602 · 8537
8606 · 8413
8634 · 8553
8634 · 8523
8642+
3751+
8502
8626 · 8593
8630 · 8477
8630 · 8551
8634 · 8553
8634 · 8523Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brest to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £204.
Distance: 495 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£123 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £204 Average Price | £376 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brest to Bordeaux:
A coach is £89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brest to Bordeaux costing on average £123.
A coach is £170 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brest to Bordeaux costing on average £204.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 29m.
Coach takes on average 8h 49m.
The journey is about 11m faster (6h 29m by train vs 6h 40m by car) and roughly £254 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£123 vs £376). 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.
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 Brest to Bordeaux trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8720 · 8549+ 56402 | Delayed 9:26 9:30Brest station | 8h42 | 18:12 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
8622 · 8433 | 13:31 Brest station | 6h37 | 20:08 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8630 · 8477 | 14:12 Brest station | 6h35 | 20:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8630 · 8551 | 14:12 Brest station | 6h35 | 20:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8634 · 8439 | 15:31 Brest station | 7h41 | 23:12 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8602 · 8537 | 5:22 Brest station | 6h52 | 12:14 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8606 · 8413 | 7:22 Brest station | 7h40 | 15:02 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
8610 · 8575 | 9:09 Brest station | 7h06 | 16:15 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
56402+ 8720 · 8590 | 9:30 Brest station | 8h42 | 18:12 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Brest to Bordeaux run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 495 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 495 km |
Average train duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 22:36 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Discover the best of Bordeaux — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bordeaux trip today.
Immersive museum on wine cultures and tasting, combining interactive exhibits, architecture and panoramic city views.
Major fine arts museum with European paintings, sculptures and changing exhibitions in two elegant historic wings.
Contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, showing ambitious temporary exhibitions in a distinctive industrial space.
Reflective water feature beside Place de la Bourse, popular for photos, cooling off and seeing Bordeaux's façades mirrored.
Large public garden with lawns, trees, playgrounds and a lakeside area, well suited to a relaxed break near the centre.
Lively central district of narrow streets, shops and historic buildings, ideal for wandering and experiencing daily city life.
A sweet white wine from nearby Sauternes, prized for botrytis-rich grapes and long ageing. It is one of Bordeaux’s most traditional and celebrated drinks.
Bordeaux’s famous red wine blend, typically led by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It defines the region’s food culture and is central to local dining.
A small caramelised pastry with a dark crust and soft custardy centre, flavoured with vanilla and rum. It is the city’s signature sweet treat.
Refined dining room near the public garden, known for polished French cuisine with regional produce and a formal atmosphere.
Long-running canelé specialist known for crisp, deeply caramelised canelés. Ideal for tasting Bordeaux’s signature pastry.
Historic brasserie serving oysters, seafood platters and south-western classics in an elegant Belle Époque dining room.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are cheaper than Paris, but central stays and wine-focused restaurants can raise costs. Trams are reasonably priced.
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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Bordeaux-Saint-Jean -> Place de la Comédie, Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brest to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Brest to Bordeaux trains use the Gare de Brest to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Brest and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gare de Brest is 1 km from Brest city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Brest has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Ruffé, La Maison de l'Océan
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Brest. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Brest. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gare de Brest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gare de Brest: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Brest: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Gare, Oceania Brest Centre, Hôtel Le Continental.
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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