Voila Villas Travel Guide

Getting to the beautiful Dordogne region in South-West France is easier than you might think, whether you’re travelling by car, plane or train. Below you’ll find our handy travel tips to help you plan a smooth and stress-free journey.

Travelling to Dordogne by Car (and Ferry)

Driving to Dordogne is a popular option, especially for families or those bringing pets. From the Eurotunnel or Channel ports, the journey time is approximately 9 hours, depending on traffic and route.

Many travellers choose to drive:

• Via Paris, ideal if you’d like to break the journey with a city stop

• Via Rouen, a quieter route that avoids central Paris

If you’re travelling by ferry, DFDS and Brittany Ferries offer a wide range of crossings from the UK. Overnight ferries from Portsmouth or Plymouth to Santander or Bilbao are also a great alternative, followed by an easy 6-hour drive to Périgueux through northern Spain and into France.

Flying to Dordogne

Several airports serve the Dordogne and surrounding areas, making flying a convenient option. Airlines such as Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2 and British Airways operate routes from the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe.

Popular airports for Dordogne holidays include:

• Bergerac Dordogne Périgord

• Bordeaux

• Limoges

• Brive-la-Gaillarde

• Toulouse

Additional European connections are available with Air France, KLM and British Airways. Flight availability varies seasonally, with the widest choice during spring and summer.

Getting to Dordogne by Train

Travelling by train is a relaxed and scenic way to reach Dordogne. The Eurostar runs daily from London to Paris, where you can connect to France’s high-speed TGV network.

• Paris to Bordeaux: approx. 2 hours

• Paris to Brive-la-Gaillarde: approx. 5 hours

This route also offers the opportunity to stop off in charming towns such as Saint-Émilion along the way.

Travelling with Pets 🐾

Dordogne is a wonderfully pet-friendly region, and travelling with pets to France is straightforward with a little preparation. If you need specific advice about travelling with pets or choosing dog-friendly accommodation in Dordogne, please get in touch — we’re always happy to help make your journey as smooth as possible.

Whether you choose to travel by car, plane or train, the Dordogne is easy to reach and well worth the journey. With its beautiful countryside, historic villages and relaxed pace of life, it’s the perfect destination for a memorable holiday in South-West France.

✈️ Scheduled Flights to Bergerac in 2026

🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Direct Routes

These are seasonal services running mainly 29 March – 24 October 2026:

• London Stansted (STN) – Several flights weekly with Ryanair (approx March–October) 

• London City (LCY) – Around twice weekly with British Airways CityFlyer during summer months 

• Bournemouth (BOH) – Weekly Ryanair service April–September 

• Bristol (BRS) – Weekly Ryanair flights May–October 

• East Midlands / Nottingham (EMA) – Weekly flights with Ryanair April–September 

• Edinburgh (EDI) – Weekly route with Ryanair March–October 

• Liverpool (LPL) – Weekly Ryanair service June–October 

🇳🇱 Netherlands

• Rotterdam (RTM) – Around 2–5 flights per week with Transavia throughout the summer season 

🇬🇧 Jet2.com

• Leeds-Bradford (LBA) – Approx once weekly summer seasonal service