City in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
Getting around Bordeaux
How to get around Bordeaux
Four tram lines (A–D) and buses cover the city; the center is very walkable. TGV from Paris takes about 2 hours.
Ways to get around Bordeaux
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Tram (lines A–D) | About 1.80 EUR single | TBM tickets valid on tram, bus and river shuttle |
| Bus and river shuttle (Bat3) | Same TBM ticket | Boat across the Garonne links old town and Bastide |
| V3 bikes | Day pass about 2–3 EUR | Station bikes; bike lanes are good |
| TER trains | 3–15 EUR | To Arcachon, Saint-Émilion and the coast |
Ride-hailing apps in Bordeaux
A 5 km ride costs about €10–18 ($11–20).
- Metered taxis are fine; book by phone or app. Trams are usually faster in the center.
Arriving in Bordeaux
Bordeaux-Mérignac (BOD)
Tram A extension or Liane 1 bus to the center about 1.80 EUR, 35–50 min; taxi about 35–45 EUR.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Not needed; bikes and trams cover the city. Scooters available but rarely used by visitors.
- Driving: on the right. Non-EU licences are valid for visits; carry an IDP or official French translation if yours isn't in French.
- Onward travel in France: TGVs link Paris with most cities in 1–4 hours; book early or use low-cost OUIGO trains. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar are cheaper; rural areas need a car.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Bordeaux?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt.
What's the best way to get around Bordeaux?
Four tram lines (A–D) and buses cover the city; the center is very walkable. TGV from Paris takes about 2 hours.
How do I get from the airport to Bordeaux?
Tram A extension or Liane 1 bus to the center about 1.80 EUR, 35–50 min; taxi about 35–45 EUR.
Is Bordeaux walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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