The cheapest and fastest buses from Bordeaux to Saintes
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€9
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Saintes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Saintes will cost around €9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bordeaux for Saintes on Sun, Dec 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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.
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Compare train and bus for Bordeaux to Saintes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Saintes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €5.
Distance: 101 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€20 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Saintes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Saintes buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:30 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1h25 | 5:55 AM Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1h40 | 10:55 PM Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 1h25 | 10:55 PM Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
Normal | 12:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1h29 | 1:29 AM Saintes, E603 (Aire de Covoiturage) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Saintes
Buses from Bordeaux to Saintes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 101 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 101 km |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 03:00 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar from Bordeaux to SaintesYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Saintes with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, SNCF | Autocar for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bordeaux to Saintes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Saintes by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Saintes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bordeaux, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean, Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes and Bordeaux, Quai de Paludate (Parkplatz). When arriving in Saintes, you can end your route in coach stations like Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir, Saintes, Cours Reverseaux (Gare Routière) and Saintes, Gare SNCF.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Saintes, Boulevard de Vladimir, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bordeaux to Saintes
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
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