Car Hire Bordeaux Saint Jean Train Station

Avis at Bordeaux Train Station is on the southern edge of the city centre, offering quick access to the A630 Bordeaux Rocade (the city’s 45km ring road) plus the A10, A62, and A63 motorways. If you want to explore before picking up your hire car, to get to Bordeaux city centre from Bordeaux train station takes just 10min via Tram from outside the station.

To get to our Avis car rental desk at Bordeaux Train Station when you leave the train, follow signs to Hall 3 Belcier and go to Level -1 where you’ll find our friendly car rental team. Our dedicated rental car parking is located in the Indigo Car Park P4 on Rue d'Armagnac/ Pont du Guit. When returning your car, follow signs for "Gare Saint-Jean" and then "Location de Voitures" (Car Rental Return) to reach the Indigo Car Park.

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Our Bordeaux car hire service offers a wide variety of rental options tailored to your trip. From compact cars perfect for navigating the historic city streets to spacious SUVs for coastal adventures, we have you covered.

Our range includes:

• Compact and economy: Ideal for solo travellers or couples looking for easy parking in the centre of Bordeaux.
• Hatchbacks and sedans: Comfortable and stylish options for small families.
• People carriers and estates: Plenty of room for groups and all your luggage or surfboards.

Ahead of your Avis car rental at Bordeaux Train Station, you can enjoy discounts of up to 10% on your booking plus fast-track service and exclusive offers when you join Avis Preferred, our free loyalty scheme.

If you are driving in Bordeaux for the first time, it’s helpful to familiarise yourself with French road rules. Some key points include:

• Low Emission Zone (ZFE): Bordeaux has a Low Emission Zone within the Rocade ring road. All vehicles must display a Crit’Air sticker to enter this zone.
• Speed Limits: Generally 50km/h in urban areas, 80km/h on two-lane regional roads, and 130km/h on motorways (110km/h in rain).
• Overtaking: Drive on the right and overtake on the left.
• No Headphones: It is strictly forbidden to use headphones or earbuds while driving.

Known as the "Sleeping Beauty" before its recent transformation, Bordeaux is a UNESCO World Heritage city filled with 18th-century grandeur. With your Avis car, you can visit the Place de la Bourse and its famous Water Mirror, or cross the Garonne River on the Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas, the highest vertical lift bridge in Europe to visit the modern Darwin Ecosystem project on the city's trendy right bank. For a local experience, head to the Marché des Capucins for fresh seafood and regional specialities.

Hiring a car at Bordeaux Saint Jean Station is ideal for exploring the silver sands of the Côte d'Argent or when you want to slow down and discover the medieval bastide towns and pine forests of the Landes region at your own pace.

Starting your journey from Gare de Bordeaux Saint-Jean provides easy access to the A63 and A630, perfect for road trips to the coast:

Europe's Tallest Sand Dune: Dune du Pilat

• Route: Drive 1 hour west (40 miles) via the A63.
• Highlights: Climb to the top of this massive dune for incredible views of the Arcachon Bay on one side and vast pine forests on the other.

Oyster Capital: Cap Ferret

Route: Drive 1 hour 15 minutes west (45 miles) via the D106.

• Highlights: Explore the authentic fishing villages, sample fresh oysters directly from the harvesters, and visit the iconic red-and-white lighthouse.

Medieval Charm: La Réole

• Route: Drive 50 minutes southeast (35 miles) via the A62.
• Highlights: Discover one of France’s "Towns of Art and History" with its ancient priory and narrow winding streets overlooking the Garonne river.

Surfing & Seaside: Biarritz

• Route: Drive 2 hours south (125 miles) via the A63.
• Highlights: Head to the heart of the Basque Country for world-class surfing, the Rocher de la Vierge, and elegant seaside dining.

Whether you are heading for a specific beach destination or you want to take to the open road, with an Avis hire car you can explore the South West of France with ease. Enjoy the flexibility of one-way car rental and out-of-hour returns or add-ons like child seats.

• Fully flexible
  Enjoy fee-free flexible booking with full cash refunds and no vouchers.

• Savings on coverage
  When you choose Avis Inclusive you can experience total peace of mind with no extras or surprises. Pay one upfront price for free Roadside Assistance Plus and 25% discount on comprehensive zero-excess cover.

• Loyalty benefits
  Join our free loyalty programme Avis Preferred, and benefit from priority service, discounts and more.

• Faster collection
  Save time at the counter by registering your details in advance with our simple and free QuickPass. You could be on the road sooner than you think.

• VIP treatment
  Get priority counter service on collection with Avis Preferred. At our larger locations you can use our Avis app to go straight to your car where the keys will be waiting for you.