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La Cité du Vin
Immersive museum on wine cultures and tasting, combining interactive exhibits, architecture and panoramic city views.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nice to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Bordeaux will cost around £226 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
To travel from Nice to Bordeaux you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Nice to Bordeaux run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 637 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 637 km |
Average train duration 9h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 35m |
First train 5:10 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nice to Bordeaux.
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Bordeaux trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4758+ 17468 | 6:23 Nice-Ville | 9h24 | 15:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
4758+ 17468 | 6:31 Nice Saint-Augustin | 9h16 | 15:47 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change | |
12176 · 5382 · 8509 | 6:57 Nice-Ville | 9h17 | 16:14 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
5516 · 5382 · 8509 | 6:57 Nice-Ville | 9h17 | 16:14 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 changes | |
6188 · 8415 | 7:57 Nice-Ville | 8h52 | 16:49 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 change |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nice 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 Nice to Bordeaux trains use the Nice Ville to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Nice Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Agora, PAUL, Sushi Side, Factory Donuts, Deli & Cia
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located on the forecourt of the station, on the right when exiting the station hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30. Information desks are located in the station main hall.
Available at Nice Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Ville: Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Trocadero, Ibis Nice Centre Gare, Hotel Belle Meuniere.
Nice Saint-Augustin is 5 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Saint-Augustin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Nice Saint-Augustin. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Saint-Augustin: Ramps, restrooms.
Nice Riquier is 1 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice Riquier has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Millésime, La Roustide
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Ticket office support is available at Nice Riquier. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Nice Riquier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Nice Riquier: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice Riquier: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Apogia Nice, Ibis Styles Nice Vieux Port.
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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