Private driver from Bordeaux to Limoges
Private transfer Bordeaux ↔ Limoges (prefecture of Haute-Vienne, historic capital of Limousin, on the Vienne River): 222 km in 2 hours and 35 minutes via the A89 through Périgueux, fixed rate guaranteed in writing from 379 €. Your driver will drop you off right at your destination in the heart of the city, and is at your service — A flexible day trip to explore the Limousin region, with no transfers or train changes.
Bordeaux → Limoges: 222 km in 2 hours and 35 minutes, fixed fare from 379 € — Chauffeur available.
Limoges is the prefecture of Haute-Vienne and the historic capital of Limousin, located on the Vienne River, a little over two and a half hours from Bordeaux: Your driver will be waiting for you and will take you from one place to another throughout the Limousin region, including Oradour-sur-Glane — an alternative to a taxi, with no worries about transfers or parking.
Four Simple Commitments
Guaranteed Fixed Rate
Announced in writing before the trip, including tolls and luggage. No meter-based surprises, regardless of traffic on the beltway or the A89.
Driver at your service
The driver will wait on site while you visit the city or a memorial site, and will drive you from one stop to the next in the Limousin region. Waiting time is charged at the hourly rate for the full-day package.
Driver who speaks English
Clear communication for international travellers. Reservations can be made in English via WhatsApp or the online form.
Quote within 30 minutes (Mon.–Sat., 8 a.m.–10 p.m.)
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What is the private transfer from Bordeaux to Limoges?
The private transfer from Bordeaux → Limoges is a door-to-door ride with a driver from Bordeaux—or from Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport—to Limoges, the prefecture of Haute-Vienne and the historic capital of Limousin, on the Vienne River [1]: 222 km, about 2 hours and 35 minutes on the A89 via Périgueux, starting 379 €.
Rail service between Bordeaux and Limoges may require a transfer, depending on the train and date selected [2]. The door-to-door executive car service takes you there in one go, with no transfers or waiting at a platform: you leave from your address and arrive exactly where you want to go.
Service 24 hours a day in four categories—Eco, Sedan, Eco Van, and Mercedes Van—with free Wi-Fi and water. Choose a one-way transfer or a custom day tour with on-site waiting. Direct reservation, no platform fees: Ideal for a heritage-themed trip or a memorial visit in the Limousin region.
- Distance222 km
- Duration~2:35
- From (Eco)379 €
- BOD Airportfrom 388 €
- On site55 €/h
- Reservation24/7 · quote within 30 min
How much does a private driver cost for the Bordeaux–Limoges route?
A private chauffeur from Bordeaux to Limoges starts at 379 € in Eco, 438 € for a sedan, 497 € in an Eco Van and 557 € in a Mercedes Van (one way, daytime) — fixed rate guaranteed in writing, tolls and luggage included, regardless of traffic on the ring road or the A89. From Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, fares start at 388 €, including flight tracking and direct pickup. With the day package, the driver remains on standby: waiting time on site is billed at the hourly rate for the service tier (Eco 55 €/h) — A half-day at Limoges starts at 545 €, a full-day trip with a stop in Oradour-sur-Glane at 755 €. Our vans accommodate up to 7 passengers and offer a private door-to-door service with no platform fees or mileage surcharges, at a price confirmed in writing before departure. Payment is made online via a secure link or on board, with no advance payment required for departures from Bordeaux Métropole.
Eco
1 to 3 passengers · 2 + 2 suitcases · Toyota Yaris Hybrid
- From BOD Airportfrom 388 €
- Waiting on site55 €/h
- Day Trip to Oradourfrom 755 €
Sedan
1 to 3 passengers · 3 + 2 suitcases · Mercedes C-Class
- From BOD Airportfrom 449 €
- Waiting on site65 €/h
- Day Trip to Oradourfrom 882 €
Eco Van
4 to 7 passengers · up to 7 pieces of luggage · Peugeot Traveller
- From BOD Airportfrom 509 €
- Waiting on site70 €/h
- Day Trip to Oradourfrom 978 €
Mercedes Van
Up to 7 passengers · spacious trunk · premium finishes
- From BOD Airportfrom 569 €
- Waiting on site80 €/h
- Day Trip to Oradourfrom 1107 €
One-way fares from downtown Bordeaux to Limoges, calculated based on the official rate schedule (distance + duration, guaranteed minimum). Surcharges apply at night (7:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.), on weekends, and on holidays. The exact price is guaranteed in writing within 30 minutes of your request.
Bordeaux → Limoges: Private chauffeur, train, car, or tour?
Short answer: The chauffeur service connects Bordeaux to Limoges door-to-door with a price quoted before the ride. The train may be suitable for travel from station to station; a car requires driving and parking. Any price comparison with a taxi is an approximate estimate that varies depending on the route, schedule, wait time, and surcharges: no service is consistently cheaper.
| Criterion | executive car service | Train | Car Rental | Group Tour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| How to get to Limoges from Bordeaux | ✓ Direct, door-to-door (~2 hours 35 minutes) | ⚠ Connection between Périgueux and Brive | ~2 hours 35 minutes + parking | ⚠ Depending on the route |
| Price known in advance | ✓ Fixed, written | ✓ TER Ticket | ⚠ + fuel, tolls | ✓ Per person |
| Direct route | ✓ All in one piece | ✕ Connection to monitor | ⚠ The drive takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes | ✕ Fixed circuit |
| Door-to-door from the hotel to downtown | ✓ | ⚠ Station + Last leg of the trip | ⚠ Find a parking spot | ⚠ Meeting points |
| Shining in the Limousin Region | ✓ Dedicated driver | ✕ No car on site | ⚠ Country roads | ✓ Fixed itinerary |
| Families & Luggage | ✓ 7-passenger van | ⚠ Carry-on luggage | ✓ | ⚠ Fixed group |
Taxi Bordeaux to Limoges: The chauffeur service—the fixed-price alternative
The executive car service connects Bordeaux to Limoges door-to-door with a price quoted before the ride. The train may be suitable for travel from station to station; a car requires driving and parking. Any price comparison with a taxi is an approximate estimate that varies depending on the route, schedule, wait times, and surcharges: no service is consistently cheaper.
| Route | Eco Day Chauffeured transfer | Eco Night Chauffeured transfer | Daytime Taxi | Night/Weekend Taxi | Δ day | Δ night |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Bordeaux → Limoges | 380 € | 410 € | 459 € | 681 € | -17% | -40% |
| BOD Airport → Limoges | 388 € | 419 € | 477 € | 708 € | -19% | -41% |
| Bordeaux → Oradour-sur-Glane | 380 € | 410 € | 459 € | 681 € | -17% | -40% |
Approximate taxi fare; to be confirmed with the service provider based on the address, time, wait time, and any applicable surcharges. Chauffeured transfer: price guaranteed in writing before the ride.
How does a day with a chauffeur in Limoges work?
A day with a chauffeur from Limoges is divided into four parts: pickup at your address in Bordeaux, a 2-hour, 35-minute drive on the A89 via Périgueux, drop-off in the heart of the city, and then a custom afternoon in the Limousin region. Throughout the day, the driver is at your exclusive disposal: you relax, he drives, and takes you from one stop to the next — Oradour-sur-Glane (25 min, memorial site), the Vienne Valley, or a village in Haute-Vienne—whatever you’d like. You set the pace and the stops; the driver knows the area and handles the driving, parking, and transportation between sites. Budget from 545 € for the half-day (travel time + 3 hours on site) and from 755 € for a full day with a stop at Oradour-sur-Glane, in the Eco class. Other options: Sedan, Eco Van, and Mercedes Van at the rates for the selected class.
Coverage
At your hotel, home, Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, or Saint-Jean Train Station. Departure at the time of your choice—no set time slots, no connections to make.
Trip to the Limousin Region
A 2-hour, 35-minute drive on the A89 via Périgueux, through the Périgord and then Upper Limousin. Wi-Fi, USB chargers, free water—and a coffee break in Périgueux or Brive if you’d like.
Drop-off in the heart of the city
Limoges offers a self-guided tour: you can stroll along the Vienne River and through the city center. Meanwhile, your professional driver remains at your exclusive disposal, with no parking to worry about.
Afternoon à la carte
Direct return to Bordeaux, or stops in the Limousin region — Oradour-sur-Glane (25 min, memorial site), the Vienne Valley, a village in the Haute-Vienne department. The itinerary is adjusted on site.
Limoges is the perfect starting point for exploring the Limousin region: Charming villages, rivers, and historic sites are scattered along small country roads—a driver who knows the area will save you from detours and the stress of driving, especially for an emotionally charged visit like Oradour-sur-Glane, where you’ll want to be able to reflect without worrying about driving or parking.
Learn more: Plan your visit to Limoges (heritage, the Vienne River, surrounding area) →
Exploring the Area from Limoges: Limousin and the Vienne Valley
Limoges is the heart of the Limousin region: Oradour-sur-Glane, a place of remembrance, is 25 minutes away, and the villages of the Vienne Valley — Saillat-sur-Vienne, Coussac-Bonneval — can be visited in a single day. Your driver will take you from one stop to the next while you relax, without having to get behind the wheel.
Haute-Vienne
Vienne Valley
Haute-VienneDay package: one-way trip + on-site wait time charged at the hourly rate; driver at your disposal for the entire day. Prices in Eco: Sedan, Eco Van, and Mercedes Van at the rate for the selected class. Get an instant fare using the calculator or via WhatsApp.
Book direct, in English or French
Why not a group outing or a platform?
Tour platforms may charge a variable commission and offer tours with predefined schedules and stops. With direct booking, you communicate directly with the service provider who conducts the tour: the itinerary adapts to your pace—Limoges’s city center in the morning, a memorial site or a village in Haute-Vienne in the afternoon—and any changes are arranged directly via WhatsApp.
When should I make a reservation?
For a transfer from Bordeaux (Limoges) or a weekday outing, booking 24 to 48 hours ahead is usually sufficient — confirmation within 30 minutes. Plan ahead, especially for long weekends and the peak season (July–August), when the Limousin and the Vienne Valley are very busy. For groups travelling by van, plan on 5 to 7 days. Heritage tours or recurring trips: negotiated rates and a dedicated driver may be available.
Estimate Your Ride
Enter your departure point, destination, date, and number of passengers in the module at the top of the page—and get a instant fare estimate. Or book directly via WhatsApp, 24 hours a day.
Fixed-price quote within 30 minutes
Final fare guaranteed in writing, driver's name and number, and pickup details. The price will not change.
Door-to-Door D-Day
Pickup at the agreed-upon time, drop-off at Limoges, chauffeur available for the city, the Limousin region, and historical sites; return trip or custom stops.
Why guests choose our chauffeur service for Limousin
"Heritage Tour with Limoges: the driver dropped us off right in the city center, without having to transfer in Périgueux. The advertised price was the price we paid, including tolls."
“A day trip from Bordeaux: Limoges in the morning, then Oradour-sur-Glane in the afternoon. Our driver arranged everything in English via WhatsApp. Fixed price, no surprises—and we were able to reflect on our visit to Oradour without worrying about the drive.”
“Five friends, a van, a day trip between Limoges and the Vienne Valley. The driver knew the area and handled the distances between stops. Much easier than taking a series of trains and transfers through Périgueux.”
FAQ: Private transfer from Bordeaux to Limoges
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What is the price for a day trip to Oradour-sur-Glane?
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Are tolls included in the price?
Is the price guaranteed in advance, with no surprises?
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Is a executive car service cheaper than a taxi from Bordeaux–Limoges?
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The calculator at the top of the page calculates one-way trips (A → B). For more complex requests: Weddings with shuttle service for guests, hourly rentals, multi-château wine tours, seminars, bachelor/bachelorette parties, long-distance tours with multiple stops, describe your needs here. Adrien will provide a personalized response within 30 minutes (Mon.–Sat., 8 a.m.–10 p.m.). Outside these hours, the automated estimate is available immediately, and a human response will be provided the next time we’re open.
Further Reading
- Discover Limoges: See our Complete Guide to Limoges (Heritage, the Vienne region, the Limousin region, and the memory of Oradour)
- Saillat-sur-Vienne, in the Vienne Valley: See our page Transfer from Bordeaux to Saillat-sur-Vienne (western Haute-Vienne, 42 minutes from Limoges)
- Coussac-Bonneval, a charming village in the Limousin region: See our page Transfer from Bordeaux to Coussac-Bonneval (southern Haute-Vienne, 40 minutes from Limoges)
- Arrive by plane and head straight to the Limousin region: see our page on Bordeaux-Mérignac airport transfers (flight tracking, direct pickup)
- Schedule another trip: book using the quote tool at the top of the page, or explore all our destinations and executive car service services
Sources and References
- Limoges Tourist Office — Tourist information for Limoges and the Limousin region
- Haute-Vienne Tourism — tourist information about the department, the Vienne Valley, and the villages of Limousin
- Oradour-sur-Glane Memorial Center — a memorial site near Limoges
- TER Nouvelle-Aquitaine — Routes from Bordeaux to Limoges; check schedules and connections for your travel date
Page updated in July 2026. Chauffeured transfer rates are based on the published rate schedule and confirmed in writing prior to booking.
Travel to Limoges
Direct transfer from Bordeaux (2 hours and 35 minutes) via the A89 through Périgueux; the driver remains available for tours of the city, the Limousin region, and historical sites. Receive a fixed-price written quote within 30 minutes, from 379 € in the Eco class, English-speaking driver — ideal for a heritage tour or a memorial visit, without having to drive or change trains.