Tours to Bordeaux Train

Traveling by train: Tours to Bordeaux

The average duration of a train journey from Tours to Bordeaux is 3 hr 34 min. There are approximately 24 trains connecting Tours and Bordeaux per day. The cheapest train ticket from Tours to Bordeaux costs around $10.26.

If you're traveling from Tours to Bordeaux by train, you'll depart from Tours station. This station is connected to Bordeaux Saint Jean station. There might not be a direct connection between all the stations in these two locations, but Virail provides you with both direct routes and transfer services that you can take to reach Bordeaux from Tours. Moreover, remember to arrive 30 minutes before your train departure to ensure optimal boarding conditions.

The transportation is provided by the railway company SNCF, and there are several types of trains you can take, such as TGV INOUI and OUIGO.

• TGV is the French high-speed intercity rail service operated by SNCF. Additionally, SNCF offers TGV INOUI, which provides a standard service with an enhanced customer experience, and OUIGO, which is a budget version. If you prefer OUIGO, you can access additional fixed services for an extra fee.
• You can access the Wi-Fi service with the option of Ouifi or Ouifun on OUIGO, and depending on the service type you choose, the features of your free Wi-Fi on TGV INOUI trains are more advanced.
• Power outlets are available for a small additional fee on seat selection in OUIGO and are customized according to the service you choose on TGV INOUI.
• You can select seats. Of course, factors that affect seat selection also impact the price.
• OUIGO offers two types of baggage options, including the basic fare. It measures 36 x 27 x 15 cm for two carry-on bags or 36 x 27 x 15 cm for one carry-on bag or 55 x 35 x 25 cm for one carry-on bag. Strollers are included in your ticket. For an additional bag or bulky items such as a bicycle, scooter, ski, or musical instrument, you can bring them with you under certain conditions. There is no weight limit for your luggage on TGV INOUI, but you must be able to carry your luggage yourself and label them. You can also bring your bicycle for an additional fee.
• There is no onboard catering or bar service on OUIGO trains. Many TGV trains have café cars where you can find snacks or drinks, and on TGV INOUI service, you can order from your seat and have it delivered.

The train between Tours and Bordeaux is one of the best and most comfortable ways to travel to Bordeaux. Moreover, the train is one of the most sustainable modes of transportation for your journeys. Once you reach Bordeaux, numerous different activities await you. The city offers a variety of options for things to do and places to see, ensuring that everyone can enjoy themselves. You can reach Bordeaux Cathedral which located approximately 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) from Bordeaux Saint-Jean Station or the Bordeaux Museum of Fine Arts situated about 2.5 kilometers (1.6 miles) from Bordeaux Saint-Jean Station. It is also possible to get there in a shorter time by tram. You can also take a stroll along the Garonne River - the riverside is easily accessible from Bordeaux Saint-Jean Station, located within 3 kilometers (1.9 miles) away. And don't forget to visit Place de la Bourse and the Esplanade des Quinconces, taste Bordeaux wine, and try some Canelé de Bordeaux!

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