Taxis in Bordeaux
Although Bordeaux has an extremely pedestrian-friendly and walkable city center, if you’re looking to explore more of the city, travel at night, or see the local vineyards, taking a Bordeaux taxi is the quickest and most reliable way to travel. A private vehicle will whisk you off to your destination no matter what time of day you wish to travel.
Many companies offer Bordeaux taxi services, and metered taxis are available 24 hours a day. You can easily walk to a Bordeaux taxi rank, call one of the phone dispatch taxi companies, use a Bordeaux taxi app, or pre-book your rides for important journeys, such as your Bordeaux Airport taxi ride.
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How much does a taxi cost?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM SAINT JEAN TRAIN STATION TO BORDEAUX BOTANIC GARDENS | 11 € | 15 € | 11 MIN |
| FROM BOURSE PALACE TO EXHIBITION CENTRE | 25 € | 36 € | 25 MIN |
| FROM CITY CENTRE TO BORDEAUX AIRPORT | 30 € | 45 € | 25 MIN |
| FROM AIRPORT TO TRAIN STATION | 35 € | 50 € | 28 MIN |
| FROM BORDEAUX TO SAINT EMILION | 82 € | 102 € | 50 MIN |
| FROM BORDEAUX TO ARACHON BAY | 120 € | 149 € | 53 MIN |
| FROM AIRPORT TO CAP FERRET | 160 € | 180 € | 58 MIN |
Bordeaux taxi prices
Taxis in Bordeaux work on a meter and rates are fully regulated by the government. Bordeaux taxi rates are determined by the base rate, the number of kilometers traveled, the time it takes to reach your destination, and whether you are traveling during the day, at night, or on a public holiday. Some companies may impose a minimum fare of €7.30, which is the maximum base fare that Bordeaux taxis are allowed to charge, however, this is not normal. On average, the Bordeaux taxi prices are charged as follows:
Round-trip with passengers on outward and inward journeys:
Base fare: €2.60
Price per km Tariff A (07:00 to 19:00): €0.99
Price per km Tariff B (19:00 to 07:00, Sundays and public holidays): €1.48
Single trip with passengers on outward journey only:
Base fare: €2.60
Price per km Tariff C (07:00 to 19:00): €1.98
Price per km Tariff D (19:00 to 07:00, Sundays and public holidays): €2.97
Extra Charges:
Taxis in Bordeaux have surcharges for different situations and travel extras. For example, traveling with luggage over the first 3 pieces, or with luggage that won’t fit in the trunk will incur a charge of €2 per piece. Any passenger over the 5th will cost €3 per passenger. When traveling during icy weather, your driver will use the higher rate per km of Tariff B or D. Finally, keeping your driver waiting for an hour will cost a fixed €38.90.
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How to get a taxi in Bordeaux
As the city center of Bordeaux is mostly pedestrian, hailing a Bordeaux taxi service in the street can be extremely challenging. The best way to get a taxi in Bordeaux is to call a phone dispatch taxi, use an available Bordeaux taxi app, pre-book your rides, or walk to a taxi rank. You can easily find a Bordeaux taxi rank at the airport, at the Exhibition Center, Quai du Maroc Morocco dock, the Paul Doumer Square, Place Picard Square, the Saint Médard barrier, on Ravez Street, at Place de la République and in front of the Saint Jean train station.
How to get a taxi from Bordeaux Airport
There’s an official Bordeaux taxi rank located outside all three terminals at Bordeaux Airport. You will see the long line of cars with a ‘TAXI’ sign on top as you exit the Arrivals Hall. All taxis from Bordeaux Airport will use a taximeter to calculate the cost of your journey. The price for the 12 km journey from Bordeaux Airport to the city center is around €30 during the day and €45 at night for a standard 4-seater taxi
How to get a taxi from Saint Jean Train Station
Taxis are available from the Saint Jean train station 24 hours a day. You will see the line of local taxis waiting as you exit the main exit doors. The taxis won’t have a uniform color as several companies operate from the train station taxi rank, but they will all have a ‘TAXI’ sign on top. You can call the Saint Jean train station taxi rank on +33 05 56 91 48 11.
Top Bordeaux taxi apps
When it comes to choosing a Bordeaux taxi app, you have a few different choices, including international companies and local taxi companies. Bolt and Uber are two large international app companies that operate in the city. However, Uber only offers their premium UberX services in Bordeaux, which are harder to come by and much more expensive. A local Bordeaux taxi app option is Taxi Tele, which is connected to the regular taxis you see driving around the street.
It’s worth noting that during peak travel times, you may experience long waits for your app taxi to be assigned and to arrive at your location. During these times, we suggest pre-booking your rides with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups, to avoid delays.
Useful Bordeaux taxi numbers
If you’re traveling late at night and don’t wish to wait around for a taxi to be assigned to you on an app, you can always call a Bordeaux taxi number. Although some of the phone dispatch staff speak English, not all have this option, so it’s always better to have your hotel or restaurant call a Bordeaux taxi service for you. The following are a few of the better-rated taxi numbers, but most do come with a “call-out charge”:
AB Taxi: +33 (785) 55 53 92
VTC Bordeaux: +33 (631) 33 55 46
Eco Taxi: +33 (675) 89 71 08
Taxi Tele: +33 (556) 96 00 34
Bordeaux Cab: +33 (660) 44 32 26
Why book your Bordeaux taxi service in advance
Booking your Bordeaux taxi in advance can save you time and stress during your time in France. Rather than worrying about finding a taxi rank or wondering about the total cost of your trip as you watch the taximeter climb higher, you can enjoy a fully personalized and guaranteed on-time pickup for a fixed all-inclusive price. To ensure you have the most comfortable transfer with a professional English-speaking driver at a competitive rate, consider pre-booking your ride with Welcome Pickups.
Tips for your taxi in Bordeaux
- When taking your taxi from the taxi rank, make sure the meter is switched on and is set to the correct base fare at the start of your ride, to avoid being overcharged.
- Many phone dispatch taxi drivers will start their meter on the way to pick you up, so when they arrive, it may have an additional surcharge or a few km already added.
- To ensure your driver is taking the correct and most economical route, you can track your journey on a GPS app such as Google Maps.
- Not all Bordeaux taxi drivers speak fluent English, you may need to show your destination on a map or have your hotel’s address written down. To secure an English-speaking driver for your rides, you can pre-book your taxi service.
- Most Bordeaux taxi drivers accept credit cards, but it is suggested that you verify that when calling to request a ride, or before starting your journey with a cab from a taxi rank. Furthermore, if your fare is less than €20, drivers may require that you pay in cash, so it’s always advisable to keep change in Euros with you.
- If the roads are icy or snowy, the taxi price in Bordeaux will be increased on a per km basis.
- Tipping your bordeaux taxi driver is not necessarily expected, but rounding up your fare or tipping 5-10% for great service is polite.
- Taxis in Bordeaux don’t come with baby seats as standard but you can bring and fit your own for free.
- Be sure to ask for your receipt at the end of your journey, you will need this if you wish to make a complaint or if you left personal belongings behind in the vehicle.
- Pre-booking your taxi in Bordeaux will give you the peace of mind of guaranteed on-time pickups, fixed-rate fares, English-speaking drivers and 24-hour customer support.
Wheelchair-accessible taxi in Bordeaux
Although the standard taxis in Bordeaux aren’t wheelchair accessible, the city offers a handful of transportation options for persons with reduced mobility. One of the easiest ways to get around Bordeaux in a wheelchair is to use Mobibus. This is a specialised public transportation service, dedicated to accessible transfers throughout the Greater Bordeaux area. They offer transfers costing €3 from 5:30 to 00:30 daily; you just need to register as a user and schedule a timeframe for your pickup. Another option is to pre-book your Bordeaux taxi rides with a specialized company, for more flexible pickups and drop-offs in an adapted vehicle.
Bordeaux taxi safety and complaints
Taxis in Bordeaux are considered the safest option for transfers, as all taxis are heavily monitored and regulated by the local council. Having said this, if an issue does arise, be sure to record the taxi number, and your driver’s ID number and keep your receipt – you can then file a complaint directly with the taxi company you used. You can find the company’s phone number on the receipt, written on the side of the taxi, or on the company’s website.