The cheapest and fastest trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- €31
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- €42
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 2 h 31 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 2 h 33 m
- Trains on Nov 13
- 35
- Distance
- 203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 35 trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux, including 11 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
85307:06 AM 2h34 Hendaye station 9:40 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
8530+
F41+ (866219)7:06 AM 3h00 Hendaye station 10:06 AM Bordeaux €33 1 One-way 1 transfer
85349:33 AM 2h33 Hendaye station 12:06 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €33 1 One-way 0 transfers
85401:06 PM 2h34 Hendaye station 3:40 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €33 1 One-way 0 transfers
85444:01 PM 2h35 Hendaye station 6:36 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €34 1 One-way 0 transfers
D51 (866464)8:11 AM 2h31 Hendaye station 10:42 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €45 1 One-way 0 transfers
85349:33 AM 2h33 Hendaye station 12:06 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €33 1 One-way 0 transfers
85401:06 PM 2h34 Hendaye station 3:40 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €33 1 One-way 0 transfers
85307:06 AM 2h34 Hendaye station 9:40 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €31 1 One-way 0 transfers
85444:01 PM 2h35 Hendaye station 6:36 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean €34 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux
Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 22:24. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 10:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Live departures
Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
L51 (866462) · L42 (866109) | 5:49 AM Hendaye station | 3h21 | 9:10 AM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866462) · F41 (866312) | 5:49 AM Hendaye station | 3h03 | 8:52 AM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866462) | 5:49 AM Hendaye station | 2h47 | 8:36 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8530 | 7:06 AM Hendaye station | 2h34 | 9:40 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8530+ F41+ (866219) | 7:06 AM Hendaye station | 3h00 | 10:06 AM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
D51 (866464) · L42 (866119) | 8:11 AM Hendaye station | 2h55 | 11:06 AM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
D51 (866464) | 8:11 AM Hendaye station | 2h31 | 10:42 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
D51 (866464) · F41+ (866222) | 8:11 AM Hendaye station | 2h41 | 10:52 AM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
D51 (866404) · L42 (866129) | 10:03 AM Hendaye station | 3h03 | 1:06 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
D51 (866404) | 10:03 AM Hendaye station | 2h39 | 12:42 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
D51 (866404) · F41+ (866230) | 10:03 AM Hendaye station | 2h49 | 12:52 PM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
D51 (866408) · F42 (866023) | 12:24 PM Hendaye station | 4h12 | 4:36 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
D51 (866408) | 12:24 PM Hendaye station | 2h43 | 3:07 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8540 | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 2h34 | 3:40 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8540+ L42 (866143) | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 3h57 | 5:03 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
8540+ F41 (866341) | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 3h00 | 4:06 PM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
8540+ F41 (866341) · F42 (866023) | 1:06 PM Hendaye station | 3h30 | 4:36 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866474) · L42 (866149) | 2:56 PM Hendaye station | 3h09 | 6:05 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866474) · F41+ (866272) | 2:56 PM Hendaye station | 2h56 | 5:52 PM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866474) | 2:56 PM Hendaye station | 2h40 | 5:36 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8544 | 4:10 PM Hendaye station | 2h30 | 6:40 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
8544+ L42 (866153) | 4:10 PM Hendaye station | 2h55 | 7:05 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
8544+ L42 (866153) | 4:10 PM Hendaye station | 2h47 | 6:57 PM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866416)+ 8584 | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 2h47 | 7:36 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866416) · F41+ (866256) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 3h03 | 7:52 PM Bordeaux | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866416) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 2h58 | 7:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 transfersDirect | |
L51 (866416) · F42 (866031) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 3h42 | 8:31 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 1 transfer | |
L51 (866416)+ 8584+ L42 (866155) | 4:49 PM Hendaye station | 3h17 | 8:06 PM Caudéran - Mérignac | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866484) · L51 (455684) | 6:53 PM Hendaye station | 4h17 | 11:10 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 13 | |||||
L51 (866400) · L52 (867110) · F41+ (866210) | 4:48 AM Hendaye station | 3h34 | 8:22 AM Bordeaux | 2 transfers | |
L51 (866400) · L52 (867110) | 4:48 AM Hendaye station | 3h28 | 8:16 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Donostia-San Sebastian and Bordeaux
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FAQs: Trains from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Donostia-San Sebastian 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux
Most Donostia-San Sebastian to Bordeaux trains use the to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Donostia-San Sebastian and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bordeaux station do trains from Donostia-San Sebastian arrive at?
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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