Taxi Bordeaux → Lesparre-Médoc
Your Bordeaux → Lesparre-Médoc transfer at €145–€175. Gateway to the Northern Médoc.
A taxi between Bordeaux and Lesparre-Médoc costs between €145 and €175 when booked in advance at a fixed price, over a road distance of about 75 kilometres and a journey time of from 65 to 85 minutes depending on traffic. The usual route takes D1215 towards Le Verdon, with no tolls (no motorway). A van for up to seven passengers starts at €230. That price includes luggage, tolls and the driver's approach, and it does not move if traffic builds up: that is the difference with a metered ride, where every minute of waiting is charged and the applicable rate depends on the hour. On an unbooked ride, the amount follows the scale of the prefectoral order applying where the passenger is picked up, higher from seven in the evening to ten in the morning as well as on Sundays and public holidays. The driver tracks the flight or train number given at booking and shifts the pick-up at no extra cost if it is delayed, and cancelling remains free up to six hours before departure.
Distance
75 km
Duration
1h05
Estimated price
€145–€175
Availability
24/7
Lesparre-Médoc is the sub-prefecture of the Gironde and the administrative capital of the Northern Médoc, the part of the Médoc peninsula beyond Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe. While it lacks the viticultural prestige of its southern neighbours, Lesparre has interesting medieval heritage centred on the Tour de l'Honneur, an imposing 14th-century square keep, remnant of the castle of the Lords of Lesparre who controlled all of Northern Médoc. The town is above all a strategic crossroads for exploring the Northern Médoc: the Pointe de Grave (30 km north), where the Gironde estuary meets the Atlantic Ocean, offers a striking panorama and the ferry to Royan (20-minute crossing). The Cordouan lighthouse, 'Versailles of the sea', a listed monument and UNESCO site, is accessible by boat from Le Verdon-sur-Mer (25 km from Lesparre). The Northern Médoc marshes, wetlands of remarkable ecological richness, shelter exceptional birdlife (herons, storks, snipe). The Médoc appellation (distinct from Haut-Médoc) produces powerful, full-bodied red wines, less well-known but offering excellent value. Lesparre also hosts the Thursday market, one of the Médoc's most important, where wine producers, oyster farmers and local market gardeners come together.
Route
Route Bordeaux → Lesparre-Médoc
From Bordeaux, your driver takes the northern ring road (A630) towards Le Verdon. After Blanquefort, you take the D1215 (former national road) which runs up the entire Médoc peninsula. You cross successively Eysines, Le Taillan-Médoc, Castelnau-de-Médoc, then Listrac-Médoc and Moulis-en-Médoc (renowned wine appellations). Past Saint-Laurent-Médoc, you leave the classified growth zone to enter the Northern Médoc. The road is straight, lined with vines and pine forest. Lesparre appears after about 1h05 of driving. The journey is entirely free (no motorway or tolls). An alternative via the D2 (Route des Châteaux) through Pauillac is possible: 15 minutes longer but much more picturesque. Your driver can offer both options.
Main route: D1215 towards Le Verdon — no tolls (no motorway)
Points of interest along the way
Practical tips
Our tips for Bordeaux → Lesparre-Médoc
Tips & best practices
Specific tips for the Bordeaux → Lesparre-Médoc route
The Tour de l'Honneur (14th-century keep) can be visited in summer (guided tour, €4, 30 min). The Lesparre market (Thursday morning, market hall and Place du Marché) is the unmissable event of the Northern Médoc: Arcachon basin oysters, Médoc wines, ceps in season. The Pointe de Grave (30 km) is a recommended detour: the American memorial commemorates the arrival of US troops in 1917, and the panorama over the estuary mouth is spectacular. The Le Verdon–Royan ferry (20-min crossing) allows you to reach Charente-Maritime without the long detour via Bordeaux — our drivers can drop you at the terminal. The Cordouan lighthouse is open April to October (boat excursion from Le Verdon, ~€25, booking required, tide-dependent). For wines, the Médoc appellation châteaux (La Tour de By, Potensac, Loudenne) offer excellent visits with fewer crowds than the Haut-Médoc.
Tolls: no tolls (no motorway)
Pricing
Taxi fare Bordeaux → Lesparre-Médoc
All our rides are fixed-price. The fare is set at booking, no surprises.
Day rate
Monday — Saturday, 7am — 7pm
€145–€175
Night rate
7pm — 7am, 15% surcharge
€167–€201
Sunday & holidays
All day, 10% surcharge
€160–€193
* Indicative prices incl. tax. Exact fare provided at booking. No luggage surcharge.
Transport comparison
How to get from Bordeaux to Lesparre-Médoc?
Taxi vs alternatives
Detailed comparison of transport options
The TransGironde bus (lines 705 and 715) connects Bordeaux to Lesparre in 1h30-2h for €2, but with limited frequency (3-4 departures/day). There is no train to Lesparre (the line is closed to passenger traffic). By car, the journey is free but long and monotonous. The TaxiNeo taxi at €145–€175 is the most practical solution: 1h05 door-to-door, without bus schedule constraints. Particularly useful for travellers heading to the Pointe de Grave or Le Verdon ferry, for whom the bus is very impractical.
Sedan (1-4 passengers)
€145–€175
Guaranteed fixed price, no surprises
Van (5-7 passengers)
€230
Ideal for families and groups
Villes desservies
See also
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about taxis in Bordeaux → Lesparre-Médoc
On the Bordeaux — Lesparre-Médoc route, can the taxi take me to the Pointe de Grave?
Yes, the Pointe de Grave is 30 km from Lesparre. Supplement of about €40. Ideal for the memorial, panorama and Royan ferry. The Bordeaux — Lesparre-Médoc route covers about 75 km by road. Allow 65 minutes in light traffic and up to 85 minutes at peak hours.
On the Bordeaux — Lesparre-Médoc route, can I take the ferry to Royan with the taxi?
The taxi drops you at the Le Verdon-sur-Mer ferry terminal. The ferry crosses in 20 min to Royan (cars + foot passengers). Our drivers know the schedules. Allow 65 minutes in light traffic and up to 85 minutes at peak hours. The price booked in advance ranges from €145 to €175, luggage included.
On the Bordeaux — Lesparre-Médoc route, is the Cordouan lighthouse accessible?
Yes, from April to October, boat excursions depart from Le Verdon-sur-Mer (25 km from Lesparre). Booking required, ~€25, visit tide-dependent. A unique experience. The price booked in advance ranges from €145 to €175, luggage included. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €230.
Is there a train to Lesparre-Médoc?
No, the Médoc railway is closed to passenger traffic beyond Macau. Only the TransGironde bus (1h30-2h, 3-4 departures/day) and taxis serve Lesparre. A van for up to seven passengers starts at €230. The usual route takes D1215 towards Le Verdon. Expect no tolls (no motorway) on this route.
On the Bordeaux — Lesparre-Médoc route, which wines to taste in the Northern Médoc?
The Médoc appellation (different from Haut-Médoc) produces powerful, affordable reds. Château La Tour de By, Château Potensac and Château Loudenne are excellent addresses for visits and tastings. The usual route takes D1215 towards Le Verdon. Expect no tolls (no motorway) on this route. The price is confirmed before booking and does not move if traffic builds up.
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