How to travel from Bordeaux to Nimes, France

The distance between Bordeaux and Nimes is around 468km (291 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 50m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Bordeaux to Nimes by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Bordeaux (BOD) to Lyon (LYS) then take the train to Nîmes.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Flight time1h 15m
  • Typical cost
    €145($145)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Nimes.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €90($90)
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Bus

Take the bus to Nimes Parking Du Parnasse.

  • Duration7hrs
  • Departsonce daily
Operated by

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Montpellier then take the train to Nîmes.

  • Duration6h 40m
  • Departs4 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €54($54)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Nîmes.

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Distance532km (330 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Bordeaux and Nimes

There are several options for getting from Bordeaux to Nimes by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 7hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 2h 50m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €145 ($145).

The distance between Bordeaux and Nimes is around 468km (291 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 408km (254 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Bordeaux and Nimes by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Bordeaux to Nimes is to fly and then take the train which takes around 2h 50m and will set you back approx €145 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Bordeaux and Nimes, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Bordeaux and Nimes. It typically takes around 4h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Bordeaux and Nimes with no changeovers required. The train runs every 4 hours and takes 4h 55m.

SNCF run train services between Bordeaux and Nimes. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 4h 55m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Bordeaux and Nimes. It typically takes around 7hrs and departs 4 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Bordeaux and Nimes with no changeovers required. The bus runs 4 times a week and takes 7hrs.

Union Ivkoni - Unibus run regular bus services between Bordeaux and Nimes. Buses run 4 times a week and take around 7hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Bordeaux to Nimes. We recommend that you fly from Bordeaux (BOD) to Marseille (MRS) then take the bus to Nîmes. instead which will take 3hrs.

The closest major airport to Nimes is Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) (MPL) which is approximately 43km (27 miles) from Nimes. Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) (MRS) and Hyeres Airport (TLN) (TLN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Bordeaux and Nimes. The distance is around 532km (330 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Bordeaux to Nimes is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around €90 ($90).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Bordeaux and Nimes

Transport options from Bordeaux to Nimes
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 2 similar
2h 50m
€145($145)
once daily721km (448 miles)
Fly to Montpellier (MPL), Train3hrs
€225($225)
hourly468km (291 miles)
Plane and Bus3hrs
€62($62)
every 20 mins607km (377 miles)
Train
4h 55m
€90($90)
every 4 hours553km (344 miles)
Bus
7hrs
once daily562km (349 miles)
Bus and Train
6h 40m
€54($54)
4 times a week532km (331 miles)
Drive
4h 55m
€72($72)
on demand532km (330 miles)

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Airports near Nimes

The following major airports near Nimes offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.

MPL
Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
43km (27 miles) from Nimes
MRS
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
International Airport
Distance
82km (51 miles) from Nimes
TLN
Hyeres Airport (TLN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
167km (104 miles) from Nimes