- Must visit
La Cité du Vin
Immersive museum on wine cultures and tasting, combining interactive exhibits, architecture and panoramic city views.
Cheapest price on 11 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
55 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
1 h 3 m
Trains on 11 Sept
4
Distance
63 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 4 trains from Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 63 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 63 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 0m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 0m by train vs 1h 21m by car). Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux trains for today, Thursday 10 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:22 Sainte-Foy-la-Grande | 0h55 | 10:17 Bordeaux | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:57 Sainte-Foy-la-Grande | 1h06 | 18:03 Bordeaux | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:57 Sainte-Foy-la-Grande | 1h06 | 19:03 Bordeaux | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:26 Sainte-Foy-la-Grande | 0h57 | 19:23 Bordeaux | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:37. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 55m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 22:37 |
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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 Sainte-Foy-la-Grande 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 Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux trains use the Sainte-Foy-la-Grande to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Sainte-Foy-la-Grande and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sainte-Foy-la-Grande has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Sainte-Foy-la-Grande.
Ticket office support is available at Sainte-Foy-la-Grande. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Sainte-Foy-la-Grande: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sainte-Foy-la-Grande: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sainte-Foy-la-Grande: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Café de la Gare, Hôtel Restaurant Le Victor Hugo.
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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