Route guide

Stuttgart → Bordeaux

861 km · Germany to France · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €31+ by bus

How to travel from Stuttgart to Bordeaux

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

🚄Train

€67–195

Duration: 7h 11m

via ICE, TGV inOui

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€31–80

Duration: 12h 18m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~24 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€69–223

Duration: 3h 39m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Air France

~134 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€103–190

Duration: 9h 34m

~146 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 861 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
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 Germany 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.

Stuttgart to Bordeaux — every option in detail

Stuttgart to Bordeaux by train

Trains link Stuttgart (Germany) and Bordeaux (France) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 7h 11m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include ICE, TGV inOui.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €67 to €195. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 12 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 134 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~122 kg on this distance.

Stuttgart to Bordeaux by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Stuttgart and Bordeaux with a typical journey of 12h 18m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €31 when booked in advance, rising to €80 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.

Stuttgart to Bordeaux by flight

Flights between Stuttgart and Bordeaux take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 39m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Air France.

Typical fare range is €69–223. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 134 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Stuttgart to Bordeaux by car

The driving distance from Stuttgart to Bordeaux is approximately 991 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 9h 34m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €103–190 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Germany–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 146 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Stuttgart and Bordeaux is approximately 861 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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