Route guide

Genoa → Bordeaux

755 km · Italy to France · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €28+ by bus

How to travel from Genoa to Bordeaux

There are 4 ways to travel between Genoa and Bordeaux — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€60–176

Duration: 6h 17m

via TGV inOui, Frecciarossa

~11 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€28–73

Duration: 10h 47m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~21 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€65–211

Duration: 3h 30m

via Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, Air France

~118 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€91–166

Duration: 8h 23m

~128 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Genoa and Bordeaux highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 755 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Italy into France. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Genoa to Bordeaux — every option in detail

Genoa to Bordeaux by train

Trains link Genoa (Italy) and Bordeaux (France) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 6h 17m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include TGV inOui, Frecciarossa.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €60 to €176. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 11 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 118 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~107 kg on this distance.

Genoa to Bordeaux by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Genoa and Bordeaux with a typical journey of 10h 47m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €28 when booked in advance, rising to €73 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Genoa to Bordeaux by flight

Flights between Genoa and Bordeaux take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 30m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, ITA Airways, Air France.

Typical fare range is €65–211. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 118 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Genoa to Bordeaux by car

The driving distance from Genoa to Bordeaux is approximately 868 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 8h 23m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €91–166 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Italy–France border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 128 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Genoa and Bordeaux is approximately 755 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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