Travel to Saintes from Bordeaux by train

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Only 1h40 from Bordeaux by train, from your hotel Régina de la Gare Saint Jean, the city of Saintes allows you to discover another face of Charente-Maritime.

Practical information Bordeaux - Saintes by train

  • Travel times and indicative costs
  • Bordeaux - Saintes: 1h40 (from €11.50)
  • 11 trips per day
  • 1st train at 05:56 // last departure at 19:56

The historic charm of Saintes, from your hotel in the center of Bordeaux


Stroll through medieval streets, visit the Roman amphitheater and St. Peter's Cathedral. Also take advantage of the local gastronomy, in particular the oysters of Marennes-Oléron, to be tasted in one of the many restaurants of the city.

Saintes is full of historic places to visit such as the Abbaye aux Dames, the Saint-Eutrope church and the archaeological museum. For nature lovers, the public garden and the banks of the Charente offer a pleasant walk. Also, don't miss the covered market and local produce shops for an authentic experience. Finally, the city is ideally located to explore the surrounding vineyards and taste the famous wines of the region.

List of stations served:

Bordeaux - Saint André de Cubzac - Saint Mariens Saint Yzan - Bussac - Montendre - Jonzac - Pons - Saintes