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Train Bordeaux Saintes

Book a train ticket Bordeaux - Saintes

Train timetable info Bordeaux-Saintes

Travel by train from Bordeaux to Saintes. 11 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Bordeaux at 7h 54m and the last at 20h 46m, allowing you to cover the 122 km distance in as little as 1h 24m. Tickets are available from 10€ (1).

Best prices Bordeaux-Saintes

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Monday 6 July
Tuesday 7
Wednesday 8
Thursday 9
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24 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Saturday 11 July
24 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 12
10 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Monday 13
10 € (1) TER
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TER
Tuesday 14
19 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Wednesday 15
10 € (1) TER
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TER
Thursday 16
10 € (1) TER
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Friday 17
10 € (1) TER
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Saturday 18
22 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 19
10 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Monday 20
10 € (1) TER
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Tuesday 21
10 € (1) TER
The cheapest
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Wednesday 22
10 € (1) TER
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Thursday 23
10 € (1) TER
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Friday 24
10 € (1) TER
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Saturday 25
24 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 26
24 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Monday 27
10 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER
Tuesday 28
10 € (1) TER
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Wednesday 29
10 € (1) TER
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Thursday 30
10 € (1) TER
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Friday 31
10 € (1) TER
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Saturday 1st August August
24 € (1) INTERCITES
INTERCITES
Sunday 2
10 € (1) TER
The cheapest
TER

Terms and conditions

(1) Fares include VAT, for one person, one way, 2nd class, on a selection of trains and dates and subject to availability. Offers subject to conditions of exchange and refund from the carriers concerned, to be consulted when ordering. Payment must be made online. Offers cannot be combined with other SNCF promotions.

Cheap train tickets Bordeaux Saintes

How much does a train ticket from Bordeaux to Saintes cost?

Book your train ticket several months in advance to benefit from a favourable fare. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. Keep an eye on the best offers by adding an alert in the "Low Prices" section.

How long does a journey on a train from Bordeaux to Saintes take?

On average, allow 1h 42m for a train journey from Bordeaux to Saintes.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Bordeaux to Saintes?

Allow 1h 24m to travel between Bordeaux and Saintes on the fastest train.

How many trains run from Bordeaux to Saintes each day?

Depending on your needs, you can choose one of the 11 trains that run on the Bordeaux to Saintes route daily.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Bordeaux and Saintes?

You will find at least one Direct Journey service between Bordeaux and Saintes.

What is the distance between Bordeaux and Saintes by train?

The train journey between Bordeaux and Saintes, covers around 122 km.

What time is the first train from Bordeaux to Saintes?

Looking for an early start? Take the Bordeaux to Saintes train at 7h 54m.

What time is the last train from Bordeaux to Saintes?

The last Bordeaux to Saintes train leaves the platform at 20h 46m.

To leave Bordeaux, which station(s) can I depart from?

The trains shown on this page depart from: BORDEAUX SAINT-JEAN.

At Saintes, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: SAINTES.

Which train companies operate trains from Bordeaux to Saintes?

You can make the Bordeaux to Saintes journey with Intercités, TER, OUIGO, TGV INOUI.

What services are offered on board?

If you travel on an OUIGO train, feel free to bring your pet. Good news: OUIGO offers a fixed fare of 10 euros for all animals, regardless of their weight. If your pet weighs less than 6 kg, it must be transported in a container no larger than 55 x 35 x 25 cm. If your pet weighs more than 6 kg, it must be on a lead and wear a muzzle.

If you choose INTERCITÉS and feel a little peckish, you can enjoy the snacks and desserts available on board, accompanied by a hot or cold drink.

If you choose TGV INOUI, you can travel with your pet, whose ticket is now at a fixed rate of 10 euros. Your pet travels either in a container with a maximum size of 45 x 30 x 25 cm, or on a lead and muzzled. Book your pet’s TGV INOUI ticket at the same time as yours by adding a pet when searching for tickets.

If you miss your TER or change your mind, you can take another TER to the same destination on the same day with your existing ticket, provided you comply with the purchased fare conditions.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Saintes?

The price of a Bordeaux – Saintes train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Bordeaux to Saintes thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Saintes.

Price of a Bordeaux – Saintes Train Ticket

For a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Saintes, we recommend exploring the many options available on SNCF Connect: SNCF cards and subscriptions (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions), Prem's tickets, (TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS), & Interrail Pass.
Some discounts only apply when you book a return journey from Bordeaux to Saintes with your discount card or subscription.
Depending on the rail operator, you can also choose between different travel classes to go from Bordeaux to Saintes at the best price.

Promotional Fare for Bordeaux – Saintes

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Bordeaux to Saintes throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Bordeaux – Saintes Train

Booking your ticket in advance, for example, during the sales events, is a great way to pay less for your journey from Bordeaux to Saintes. For last-minute train tickets from Bordeaux to Saintes, run a search on our website to see the lowest prices available for the five to seven days following your intended departure date. Depending on the dates and the rail operator, you can also select the option to reserve your seats at the current fare, hold that price for a certain period, and pay for your tickets at that rate before the option expires.

Direct train from Bordeaux to Saintes and alternative routes

On some journeys, direct services exist as well as services with connections. When booking your ticket to Saintes on SNCF Connect, the label "Direct" or "Connection" is displayed under the timetable for each service. This is also where you can compare the prices of trains, whether they are direct or not. For certain journeys, we display alternative routes and departures/arrivals from nearby stations, making it easier to compare prices and schedules.

Companies serving Bordeaux - Saintes

If you're travelling from Bordeaux to Saintes, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

Intercités

INTERCITÉS will allow you to discover numerous destinations in France. Travel from Bordeaux to Saintes with INTERCITÉS: choose your seat if you're travelling 1st Class and enjoy an even more comfy journey. Easy and quick: access your e-ticket via the SNCF Connect app.

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Classes of rail companies serving Bordeaux - Saintes

To travel from Bordeaux to Saintes, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

Intercités

Travel from Bordeaux to Saintes on an INTERCITÉS train, the classic long-distance trains, and choose from one of two classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy seats
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wider, more comfy, reclining seats with extra legroom 
    Individual power socket
  • Space to store your luggage

All on-board services provided by companies operating Bordeaux - Saintes

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Bordeaux to Saintes route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

Intercités

  • Travel connected

    You can now connect easily and free to the Internet on board of your INTERCITÉS train on the line Paris - Clermont-Ferrand and Paris - Limoges - Toulouse.

  • For gourmands

    Order our catering offer with local, high quelity products online, they will be served at your seat on board.

  • For families

    Find squares with 6 places, a nursery area and play areas for children!

  • In case of delays

    With Garantie G30, I have a guarantee in case of a 30 minutes delay, no matter the reason.

    Order
  • Private space for the night

    Privatize your own 1st class compartment (4 berths) or 2nd class (6 berths).

  • Night space for woman

    You can reserve your place for free in the compartment reserved for women during your overnight train trips by ticking "Space ladies only" when booking online.

  • Room for your suitcases,

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Showers at the station

    Need to freshen up? If you're traveling in First Class on a night train, you can enjoy shower facilities upon arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations!

Train timetables Bordeaux-Saintes Saturday 11 July 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
7h 54m 9h 23m 1h 29m Intercités
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    Intercités 3852
  • Jonzac
  • Saintes
8h 55m 10h 33m 1h 38m TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TER 64802
  • Cenon
  • Saint-Andre-De-Cubzac
  • Saint-Mariens - Saint-Yzan
  • Montendre
  • Jonzac
  • Pons
  • Saintes
9h 47m 11h 15m 1h 28m Intercités
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    Intercités 3854
  • Jonzac
  • Saintes
11h 55m 13h 49m 1h 54m OUIGO, TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    OUIGO 7656
  • Angouleme
  • 18 min
  • Angouleme
    TER 64544
  • Chateauneuf-Sur-Charente
  • Jarnac
  • Cognac
  • Saintes
12h 55m 14h 32m 1h 37m TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TER 64806
  • Cenon
  • Saint-Andre-De-Cubzac
  • Saint-Mariens - Saint-Yzan
  • Montendre
  • Jonzac
  • Pons
  • Saintes
14h 03m 15h 31m 1h 28m Intercités
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    Intercités 3856
  • Jonzac
  • Saintes
14h 46m 16h 47m 2h 01m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 8512 - TGV INOUI 8470
  • Angouleme
  • 28 min
  • Angouleme
    TER 64546
  • Chateauneuf-Sur-Charente
  • Jarnac
  • Cognac
  • Saintes
16h 02m 17h 36m 1h 34m TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TER 64810
  • Cenon
  • Saint-Andre-De-Cubzac
  • Saint-Mariens - Saint-Yzan
  • Montendre
  • Jonzac
  • Pons
  • Saintes
18h 06m 19h 30m 1h 24m Intercités
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    Intercités 3858
  • Jonzac
  • Saintes
18h 55m 20h 35m 1h 40m TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TER 64814
  • Cenon
  • Saint-Andre-De-Cubzac
  • Saint-Mariens - Saint-Yzan
  • Montendre
  • Jonzac
  • Pons
  • Saintes
20h 46m 23h 11m 2h 25m OUIGO, TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    OUIGO 7674
  • Angouleme
  • 54 min
  • Angouleme
    TER 64560
  • Chateauneuf-Sur-Charente
  • Jarnac
  • Cognac
  • Saintes