What is the cheapest way to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion?

The cheapest way to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion is to bus and train which costs €16 - €35 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion?

The fastest way to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €18 - €27.

Is there a direct train between Saintes and Saint-Émilion?

No, there is no direct train from Saintes to Saint-Émilion. However, there are services departing from Saintes and arriving at St Emilion via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Saintes to Saint-Émilion?

The distance between Saintes and Saint-Émilion is 165 km. The road distance is 120.5 km.

How do I travel from Saintes to Saint-Émilion without a car?

The best way to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs €27 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saintes to Saint-Émilion train from?

Saintes to Saint-Émilion train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Saintes station.

Where does the Saintes to Saint-Émilion train arrive?

Saintes to Saint-Émilion train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Saintes to Saint-Émilion?

Yes, the driving distance between Saintes to Saint-Émilion is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Saintes to Saint-Émilion.

How do I get a train ticket from Saintes to Saint-Émilion?

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Where can I stay near Saint-Émilion?

There are 231+ hotels available in Saint-Émilion.

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There are 3 ways to get from Saintes to Saint-Émilion by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Saintes to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to St Emiliontrain Ter
2h 28m
€27–55
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saintes to Bordeauxbus N746 / ...
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to St Emiliontrain Ter
2h 39m
€17–31
Drive 120.5 km
1. Drive from Saintes to Saint-Émilioncar 120.5 km
1h 22m
€19–27

Saintes to Saint-Émilion by train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.4 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France and Saint-Émilion, France?

You can take a train from Saintes to St Emilion via Bordeaux St Jean in around 2h 28m.

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