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Trip Summary
You can pick from 7 daily train trips between Arcachon and Dax. The average train journey from Arcachon to Dax takes 2 hours and 1 minute, but some SNCF TER train trips are as short as one hour and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 66 mi (105 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 28m |
| Lowest price | $25.85 |
| Most frequent service | SNCF TER |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Arcachon to Dax?
2 train services operate from Arcachon to Dax. SNCF TER usually has more trains scheduled, with 6 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
TER (transport express regional) is part of SNCF Voyageurs, the state-owned company responsible for passenger rail services in France. Its trains have single-level and double-decker cars, all with complimentary onboard WiFi and access to a refreshment car serving snacks, meals, and drinks.
SNCF TGV trains travel across France to cities like Paris, Bordeaux, Marseilles, Strasbourg, and Lille. SNCF TGV also has international connections in Switzerland and Belgium. You can choose between standard and first-class seating on single and double-deck cars when buying a ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Arcachon to Dax tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Arcachon at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 7 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Dax to Arcachon.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Arcachon?
Main departure station: Gare d'Arcachon
There is one train station in Arcachon.
All train stations in Arcachon:
Gare d'Arcachon
Where is the train station in Dax?
Main arrival station: Gare de Dax
Dax has one train station.
All train stations in Dax:
Gare de Dax
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