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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Bordeaux is to bus which costs €50 - €250 and takes 22h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Bordeaux is to train and fly which takes 5h 52m and costs €65 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Bordeaux?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Bordeaux via London Victoria and Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Bordeaux?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Bordeaux St Jean via London St Pancras Intl, Gare du Nord and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Chester to Bordeaux?

The distance between Chester and Bordeaux is 1281 km.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Bordeaux without a car is to train which takes 8h 19m and costs €170 - €900.

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Chester to Bordeaux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Bordeaux bus from?

Chester to Bordeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Bordeaux train from?

Chester to Bordeaux train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train, bus or fly from Chester to Bordeaux?

The best way to get from Chester to Bordeaux is to train which takes 8h 19m and costs €170 - €900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €250 and takes 22h 42m, you could also fly, which costs €90 - €210 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Chester to Bordeaux bus arrive?

Chester to Bordeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Chester and Bordeaux?

Bordeaux is 1h ahead of Chester. It is currently 4:06 PM in Chester and 5:06 PM in Bordeaux.

Where does the Chester to Bordeaux train arrive?

Chester to Bordeaux train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Bordeaux?

Book your Chester to Bordeaux train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chester to Bordeaux?

Book your Chester to Bordeaux bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bordeaux?

There are 2217+ hotels available in Bordeaux.

Chester to Bordeaux - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, car ferry

There are 9 ways to get from Chester to Bordeaux by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car ferry, train, plane, or car 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 Chester to London Euston
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Bordeaux St JeanTgv
8h 19m
€177–877
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris to Bordeaux
22h 42m
€53–241
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Chester to Portsmouth International Port
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Caen
3. Drive from Caen to Bordeaux
16h 29m
€166–497
Train to Manchester Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)MAN - BOD
5h 52m
€65–184
Bus via Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals423 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris700
3. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop
24h 26m
€56–278
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Chester to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Bordeaux
13h 28m
Fly from Liverpool
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)LPL - BOD
7h 35m
€95–204
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)BHX - BOD
6h 41m
€88–292
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to London Euston
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)LGW - BOD
7h 1m
€123–590

Chester to Bordeaux by train, foot, and subway

79Weekly Services

8h 19mAverage Duration

€177Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,280.5 km
Duration: 8h 19m

What companies run services between Chester, England and Bordeaux, France?

You can take a train from Chester to Bordeaux St Jean via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Gare du Nord, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Bordeaux via London Victoria and Paris in around 22h 42m.

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