You can get from Bordeaux to Arcachon by train, bus or flight.
To get from Bordeaux to Arcachon on 24 May we recommend taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 31 miles (50 km) | |
Available travel modes | Coach or train | |
Ticket price range | £11 - £11 | |
Cheapest mode | Coach • £11 • 1 h 18 min | |
Fastest mode | Train • £11 • 40 min | |
Popular travel companies | SNCF | Autocar or SNCF | TER |
Take a coach or train to travel 31 miles (50 km) between Bordeaux and Arcachon. If speed is a priority, then a train is the best option with an average duration of 40 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a coach is the best option with prices starting as low as £11. The most popular travel providers which serve this trip are SNCF | Autocar or SNCF | TER among others. Travellers can even take a direct from Bordeaux to Arcachon.
Coaches and high-speed trains ensure the journey from Bordeaux to Arcachon is a comfortable, speedy and low-cost experience. Renowned for fine wine, sprawling vineyards and lush green countryside, Bordeaux offers a myriad of sights and attractions for visitors.
Alternatively, visit St. Andre Cathedral, a fine example of French, Medieval architecture. Equally, the charming region of Arcachon boasts a host of activities. Admire this outstanding city from the Observatoire Sainte-Cecile, or marvel at the city's stunning coastline and beautiful villages from a Spirit of Bassin boat tour.
Train: SNCF Trains service the route from Bordeaux to Arcachon Station and offer a host of services throughout the day and evening. The first train of the day departs from Bordeaux-St-Jean Station at 6:35 a.m. and the last train departs at 23:55 p.m. The journey duration is approximately 50 minutes.
Bla Bla Car: Bla Bla Car usually offers a handful of routes daily from Bordeaux Coach Station to Arcachon Bus and Coach Station. The first car departs at 2:00 a.m and the final car leaves the station at 13:10 p.m. The journey duration is approximately 60 minutes. All routes are direct and, therefore, do not involve a change or a stop.
There are 2 travel options from Bordeaux to Arcachon: coach or train.
Coach services offer the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Arcachon. Tickets for a coach cost on average £11.
This is compared to other travel options to Arcachon:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this journey with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Arcachon costing on average £11.
The fastest way to get to Arcachon from Bordeaux is by train with an average travel time of 40 min.
There are alternative travel options to Arcachon that can usually take longer:
In comparison, getting to Arcachon by coach can take on average 1 h 18 min.
The distance from Bordeaux to Arcachon is approximately 31 miles (50 km).
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Arcachon is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux and Arcachon as scheduled services by coach or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points for travellers from Bordeaux to Arcachon:
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But we recommend booking Bordeaux to Arcachon tickets online a few months before your planned travel date to score the best deals and save money on your trip.
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