TGV 8501 connects Paris Montparnasse to Bordeaux Saint-Jean on the LGV Sud-Europe Atlantique high-speed line. The 585 km journey takes just 2h04m at 300 km/h, since the new line opened in 2017.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
| Paris Montparnasse Paris |
| Start |
| 07:06 |
| 2 | Bordeaux Saint-Jean Bordeaux | 09:10 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official France railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
TGV 8501 connects Paris Montparnasse to Bordeaux Saint-Jean on the LGV Sud-Europe Atlantique high-speed line. The 585 km journey takes just 2h04m at 300 km/h, since the new line opened in 2017. As a special service, it is a premium service designed for higher-comfort travel on its corridor.
TGV Paris–Bordeaux runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The full route includes 2 stops with a total scheduled time of 2h 4m, averaging out to approximately 120 minutes between consecutive stations once dwell time is taken into account.
TGV Paris–Bordeaux offers 3 travel classes: 2nd Class, Couchette, Voiture-lit single. The lowest published fare is EUR 8 for 2nd Class, while the highest-class fare is EUR 120 for Voiture-lit single. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
Tickets for TGV Paris–Bordeaux are sold by SNCF through the official booking portal at sncf-connect.com. Online booking typically opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on the operator and service type. Booking early gives access to the cheapest advance discount fares which can be 30–80% cheaper than walk-up tickets at the station. Tickets are also available at station booking offices and from authorised travel agents and ticket resellers. Most operators accept payment by credit card, debit card, and digital wallet.
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. Always cross-check the platform number against your e-ticket or seat reservation before boarding — multiple trains can depart within a short window from adjacent platforms during peak periods.
This TGV Paris–Bordeaux page is part of the TrainsTracking France timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the SNCF network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through sncf-connect.com. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
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Book TGV Paris–Bordeaux tickets at sncf-connect.com, the official SNCF portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit SNCFTGV Paris–Bordeaux departs at 07:06 and arrives at the final destination at 09:10. The total scheduled journey time is approximately 2h 4m. Times use the official France timetable and are local times at each stop. Always verify with SNCF on the day of travel as schedules can change due to engineering work or seasonal adjustments.
TGV Paris–Bordeaux fares start from approximately EUR 8 for 2nd Class class and go up to EUR 120 for Voiture-lit single. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through sncf-connect.com for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for TGV Paris–Bordeaux are sold through sncf-connect.com, the official SNCF booking platform. Online booking opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on operator. Book in advance for the cheapest available fares. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
TGV Paris–Bordeaux makes 2 scheduled stops along its route. The journey starts at Paris Montparnasse and ends at Bordeaux Saint-Jean. Major intermediate stops include the stations listed in the timetable above. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
TGV Paris–Bordeaux running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with SNCF before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Yes, sncf-connect.com typically accepts international debit and credit cards from major card networks. Some operators require a local phone number for SMS confirmation — check the booking requirements before starting your reservation. Booking platforms display fares in the local currency of the operator.
TGV Paris–Bordeaux offers 3 travel classes: 2nd Class, Couchette, Voiture-lit single. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.
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