Bordeaux-Merignac Airport is about 12 km from the city centre. Transport costs range from EUR 2 on the bus to EUR 65 for a premium transfer. Here is what each option costs in 2026.
Liane 1+ shuttle bus
The cheapest way into Bordeaux. A single TBM ticket costs about EUR 2, and the bus takes you from the airport to the city centre and Gare Saint-Jean train station. The journey takes 35-50 minutes. Tickets can be bought at the stop, on the bus (exact change helps), or via the TBM app. This is genuinely good value for solo travellers or couples without much luggage.
Uber and rideshares
Uber is active in Bordeaux and typically cheaper than taxis. Expect EUR 20-35 to the city centre depending on time of day and demand. Prices are shown upfront in the app. Surge pricing can apply during peak hours or when it rains (which happens often in Bordeaux). Other rideshare apps have limited presence here.
Taxi (flat rate)
Bordeaux Airport taxis use a regulated flat-rate system. The fare depends on which zone your destination falls in. City centre destinations cost EUR 30-45. Gare Saint-Jean is around EUR 40-50. These are fixed rates that should not change based on traffic, though confirm with the driver before starting. Taxis accept cards for fares above EUR 25, but carrying cash is wise.
Pre-booked private transfer
A sedan transfer to central Bordeaux costs EUR 40-65, locked in at booking. Minivans for groups of 4-7 run EUR 65-95. The premium over a taxi is modest and buys you a named driver, flight tracking, and no negotiation at the rank. For wine country destinations, transfers offer the most predictable pricing:
- Saint-Emilion: EUR 70-110
- Medoc (Pauillac, Margaux): EUR 60-100
- Arcachon / Cap Ferret: EUR 80-120
- Bergerac: EUR 100-140
Cost comparison summary
| Option | Price (EUR) | Time | Best for | |--------|------------|------|----------| | Liane 1+ bus | ~2 | 35-50 min | Budget travellers | | Uber | 20-35 | 20-30 min | Mid-range, app users | | Taxi (flat rate) | 30-50 | 20-30 min | Quick, no app needed | | Pre-booked transfer | 40-65 | 20-30 min | Families, groups, wine regions |
Hidden costs to watch for
The bus fare is straightforward, but if you need to transfer to the tram for your final destination, each TBM ticket includes a transfer within one hour, so the EUR 2 covers the whole journey within the city. Taxis should stick to the flat rate, but always confirm. Rideshare prices fluctuate with demand. If you are arriving during a major event (Vinexpo, Bordeaux wine festival), expect all road-based transport to take longer and rideshare prices to spike.