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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Bordeaux is to bus which costs €45 - €180 and takes 15h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Bordeaux is to train and fly which takes 4h 43m and costs €95 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Bordeaux?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotterdam station to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Central Station and arriving at Bordeaux via Brussels-North train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Bordeaux?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Bordeaux St Jean via Anvers-Central and Tourcoing. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Bordeaux?

The distance between Rotterdam and Bordeaux is 991 km. The road distance is 990.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Bordeaux without a car is to train via Paris which takes 6h 19m and costs €140 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Rotterdam to Bordeaux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Bordeaux bus from?

Rotterdam to Bordeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Bordeaux train from?

Rotterdam to Bordeaux train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Bordeaux?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Bordeaux is to train via Paris which takes 6h 19m and costs €140 - €350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €180 and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Bordeaux bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Bordeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels-North train station.

Where does the Rotterdam to Bordeaux train arrive?

Rotterdam to Bordeaux train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Antwerpen-Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Bordeaux?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Bordeaux is 990 km. It takes approximately 9h 57m to drive from Rotterdam to Bordeaux.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bordeaux?

There are 2230+ hotels available in Bordeaux.

Rotterdam to Bordeaux - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Rotterdam to Bordeaux by train (Eurostar, TGV), train, bus, car, plane, or train (Eurostar)

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

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Paris NordThalys
2. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Bordeaux St JeanTgv
6h 19m
€141–347
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussel-ZuidEurostar / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus StopBlaBlaCar Bus
14h 13m
€42–211
Drive 990.1 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Bordeaux990.1 km
9h 57m
€174–250
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)AMS - BOD
4h 43m
€97–299
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraal
2. Take the train from Anvers-Central to TourcoingIc / ...
3. Take the train from Tourcoing to Bordeaux St Jean
9h 4m
€152–388
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Brussels-North train station813 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to BordeauxFlixBus N743
15h 30m
€48–173
Train to Brussels Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraal
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)BRU - BOD
5h 29m
€83–297
Fly Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport, train
1. Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Bergerac Dordogne Périgord Airport (EGC)RTM - EGC
2. Take the train from Bergerac to Bordeaux St Jean
4h 51m
€253–598

Rotterdam to Bordeaux by train, foot, and bus

93Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

€141Cheapest Price

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Distance: 990.8 km
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Bordeaux, France?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Bordeaux St Jean via Paris Nord, Gare de l'Est, Gare Montparnasse, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Bordeaux via Brussels-North train station in around 15h 30m.

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