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Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport

Bordeaux, France

Where to start
Tram F to the city centre and Gare Saint-Jean, the 30'Direct shuttle to Saint-Jean, or a taxi from outside Hall A

Bordeaux-Mérignac is about 12 km west of Bordeaux. Tram F stops right in front of the terminals near Hall B. It runs to Hôtel de Ville in about 35 minutes and Gare Saint-Jean in about 45, every 10 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays and every 15 minutes on Sundays. The 30'Direct shuttle runs non-stop to Gare Saint-Jean in about 30 minutes from Hall B, near door 7. Taxis wait outside Hall A, and Uber and Bolt operate.

Ride Options

Tram F

transit

City centre and Gare Saint-Jean on the tram network

AvailabilityAbout 35 minutes to Hôtel de Ville, 45 to Saint-Jean; every 10 minutes (15 on Sundays)
Pickup NoteStop in front of the terminals near Hall B.
Convenience
Relative costLower cost
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30'Direct Shuttle

shuttle

Non-stop ride to Gare Saint-Jean

AvailabilityAbout 30 minutes; daily, all year
Pickup NoteHall B, near door 7.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Taxi

taxi

Door-to-door ride into Bordeaux

AvailabilityRank outside Hall A
Pickup NoteFrom Hall B, use the signed outdoor path to Hall A.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Uber

rideshare

App ride into Bordeaux

AvailabilityOperates at BOD
Pickup NoteFollow the pickup point in your app.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Bolt

rideshare

App ride into Bordeaux

AvailabilityBolt's own BOD airport page confirms airport rides
Pickup NoteFollow the pickup point in your app.
Convenience
Relative costMid cost
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Welcome Pickups

Pre-booked Transfer

Pre-booked transfer to Bordeaux or the vineyards

AvailabilityBordeaux Airport pickup — book in advance
Pickup NoteYour driver meets you on arrival; follow your booking confirmation.
Convenience
Relative costCost varies
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SIXT Ride

Chauffeur

Pre-booked chauffeur transfer

AvailabilityBordeaux Airport transfer — book in advance
Pickup NoteYour driver meets you on arrival with a name sign.
Convenience
Relative costHigher cost
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Pickup Guidance

Rideshare

Uber and Bolt operate at BOD. Follow the pickup point shown in your app.

Taxi

Taxis wait outside Hall A. Arriving in Hall B, use the signed outdoor path.

Shuttle

The 30'Direct shuttle leaves from Hall B, near door 7, non-stop to Gare Saint-Jean (Hall 2 forecourt).

Transit

Tram F stops in front of the terminals near Hall B and runs via Hôtel de Ville to Gare Saint-Jean.

Private Transfer

Welcome Pickups and SIXT Ride offer pre-booked transfers with a driver meeting you on arrival.

Travel Extras

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Local Tips

  • Tram F runs every 10 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays and every 15 minutes on Sundays.
  • Tram F runs from 5am to midnight, and until 1am on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
  • The 30'Direct shuttle leaves from Hall B near door 7 and reaches Gare Saint-Jean in about 30 minutes.
  • Taxis wait outside Hall A.
  • The indoor walkway between Halls A and B is closed; use the outdoor path.

Tarmyq local tip

Arriving in Hall B and want a taxi? Taxis wait outside Hall A, and the indoor walkway between the halls is closed, so follow the outdoor path.

Frequently asked questions

Which tram goes to Bordeaux Airport?

Tram line F. It stops near Hall B and runs to the city centre and Gare Saint-Jean.

What is the fastest public option to Gare Saint-Jean?

The 30'Direct shuttle runs non-stop from Hall B in about 30 minutes. Tram F takes about 45 minutes.

Can I walk inside between Hall A and Hall B?

No. Indoor walking between the halls is no longer possible; use the signed outdoor path.

Where are the taxis at Bordeaux Airport?

Outside Hall A.