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How to take the rail journey from Lille to Bordeaux
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Lille to Bordeaux by train
Routes you can take to go from Lille to Bordeaux
When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.
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Route Information
Travel Time (approx)
4hr 45min - 5hr (approx)
Frequency
Daily
Travel Info
2 x trains per day
Is the journey from Lille to Bordeaux direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.
Is the journey scenic?
Not particularly, though around 80% of the travel time is on a high speed line
What other cities popular with tourists are located along this route?
Poitiers and Angouleme
When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Bordeaux-St Jean from Lille-Flandres on this journey option?
Around 12:00 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy it to travel on from the the station in Bordeaux?
There are trams which link Bordeaux-St Jean to the city centre - See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in its neighborhood
When is the usual approximate latest departure from Lille-Europe to Bordeaux TGV on this journey option
After 17:15 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
How easy is it to get to the station in Lille?
Lille-Flandres station is within a 10 min walk from the heart of the city and it also served by line 2 of the Lille Metro.
(https://www.ilevia.fr/cms/institutionnel/metro-et-tramway).
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in its neighborhood.
Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Lille to Bordeaux trains?
Yes, and they can be purchased from a choice of booking agents - see below.
Click on the 'Good to know info' to access a guide to how rail tickets are managed in France, plus step-by-step guides on how to make a booking.
How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Lille to Bordeaux trains?
Up to 6 months in advance, but it varies according to when / if SNCF has a promotion in place; see the Ticket Information.
What are the child ticket terms for these Lille to Bordeaux trains?
The adult rate is charged for all travellers aged 12 and over.
Children aged 4-11 pay half fare
Does the ticket for these Lille to Bordeaux trains include assigned seats?
Yes - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train.
Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Lille to Bordeaux trains?
Yes - See the rail pass guide for France for info on the multiple booking options.
Is catering available on the Lille to Bordeaux trains on this journey option?
Yes, there is a bar/bistro car.
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.
What else is good to know about French rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.
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