What is the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Espalion?

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Espalion is to train and bus which costs €23 - €70 and takes 8h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Espalion?

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Espalion is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and Espalion?

No, there is no direct bus from Bordeaux to Espalion. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux and arriving at ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to Espalion?

The distance between Bordeaux and Espalion is 443 km. The road distance is 354.6 km.

How do I travel from Bordeaux to Espalion without a car?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Espalion without a car is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs €40 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Bordeaux to Espalion?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Bordeaux to Espalion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Espalion bus from?

Bordeaux to Espalion bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bordeaux station.

Train or bus from Bordeaux to Espalion?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Espalion is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €65 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Bordeaux to Espalion bus arrive?

Bordeaux to Espalion bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Toulouse station.

Can I drive from Bordeaux to Espalion?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to Espalion is 355 km. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Bordeaux to Espalion.

Where can I stay near Espalion?

There are 501+ hotels available in Espalion.

Bordeaux to Espalion - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bordeaux to Espalion by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Toulouse MatabiauIntercités / ...
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to RodezTer
7h 21m
€44–112
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Montauban Ville Bourbon
2. Take the bus from MONTAUBAN - Gare SNCF to VILLEFRANCHE-DE-ROUERGUE - Liberté812
3. Take the bus from VILLEFRANCHE-DE-ROUERGUE - Pl. la Liberté to RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière203 / ...
8h 21m
€23–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux to ToulouseN701 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to RodezBlaBlaCar Bus
7h 40m
€28–65
Drive 354.6 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to Espalion354.6 km
4h 11m
€56–80

Bordeaux to Espalion by train and bus

26Weekly Services

7h 21mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 442.9 km
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Bordeaux, France and Espalion, Occitanie, France?

You can take a train from Bordeaux St Jean to ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Toulouse Matabiau, Rodez, and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bordeaux to ESPALION - Boulevard J. Poulenc via Toulouse, Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station, Rodez, and RODEZ - Gare SNCF/Routière in around 7h 40m.

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