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La Cité du Vin
Immersive museum on wine cultures and tasting, combining interactive exhibits, architecture and panoramic city views.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Naples to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £138 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £138, while a flight costs an average of £452.
Distance: 1286 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£160 Average Price | £452 Average Price | £138 Average Price Cheapest | £408 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 38m Average total duration 15h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 27h 42m Average total duration 27h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Naples to Bordeaux:
A flight is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Naples to Bordeaux costing on average £138.
A flight is £35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Bordeaux costing on average £160.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 8m.
Coach takes on average 27h 12m.
The journey is about 1h 37m faster (15h 8m by train vs 16h 45m by car) and roughly £248 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£160 vs £408). 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.
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Trains from Naples to Bordeaux run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 1286 km distance in 13h 49m.
Distance 1286 km |
Average train duration 15h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 13h 49m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 19:25 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
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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 Naples 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 Naples to Bordeaux trains use the Napoli Centrale to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Naples and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
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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