September 1, 2025 marks a major turning point for the residents of Lège and its surrounding areas with the launch of Bus Express 410, now connecting Lège to Bordeaux via Saint-Jean-d’Illac. This new regional bus line replaces the old 412, optimizing journeys with a significant reduction in stops and a frequency adapted to daily needs. Designed as part of the transport program led by Nouvelle-Aquitaine Mobilités, it is part of an ambitious dynamic to improve connections between peri-urban areas and the Bordeaux metropolitan area. The emphasis is on speed and regularity, including departures every fifteen minutes during peak hours and a controlled journey time of between 45 and 55 minutes. This development is also accompanied by a reflection in collaboration with the Communauté de communes Jalle Eau Bourde to boost the network of greenways and promote alternatives to private cars. At the heart of this organization, the Bus Express 410 acts as a true lever for sustainable and accessible mobility, supporting the economic and social development of the affected areas.
Improving and optimizing the Bus Express 410 service between Lège and Bordeaux
With the aim of improving the quality and speed of public transportation, the replacement of route 412 with route 410 addresses several major challenges. This approach is part of the shared desire between Lège-Cap-Ferret Mobilités and Bordeaux Mobilité to offer a more efficient service adapted to contemporary mobility. With fewer stops, the journey is lighter, significantly shortening travel times. The Bus Express 410 thus serves major hubs without diluting service frequencies at stops with low traffic.
The frequency is increased during peak hours, with a passage every fifteen minutes, to better meet the needs of the majority of users such as working people and students. During off-peak times, a frequency of one hour is maintained, ensuring continuity of service even outside peak usage. This regularity is a valuable asset for those who prefer public transport on a daily basis.
School services remain a sensitive and essential point of the system. The new line thus includes reinforcements dedicated to student journeys to the Daguin high school in Mérignac and the Estey college in Saint-Jean-d’Illac. These reinforcements correspond to the start and end times of classes, facilitating schooling while limiting car travel.
- ✈️ Reduced number of stops for greater speed
- 🕑 Passage every 15 minutes during peak hours
- 🌗 Operation guaranteed all year round, every day
- 🎒 School reinforcements maintained during key times
- 🚍 Integration into a coherent regional express network
| Characteristic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 45 to 55 minutes (Saint-Jean-d’Illac – Bordeaux Gambetta) |
| Peak hour frequency | 15 minutes |
| Off-peak frequency | 1 hour |
| Days of operation | Every day of the year |
Social and environmental impact of the new express transport service
The introduction of Bus Express 410 is part of a broader strategy aimed at strengthening sustainability and reducing the ecological footprint of travel in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. By speeding up journeys and increasing frequency, this new line aims to significantly reduce the use of private cars. As an important component of the regional express network, it facilitates intermodality with the TBN (Transport Bordeaux Nord) and TBM (Transport Bordeaux Métropole).
The example of Saint-Jean-d’Illac is particularly illuminating. This constantly growing municipality will directly benefit from the regular and rapid service to Bordeaux, representing an opportunity to reduce daily traffic jams and improve quality of life. Residents thus have an efficient alternative to the car, encouraging more eco-responsible behavior.
Furthermore, the collaboration with the Jalle Eau Bourde Community of Communes is not limited to bus transportation but also includes the development of greenways. These modern cycle and pedestrian paths support sustainable mobility, complementing the regional bus service. This network of combined infrastructure allows for greater territorial coherence and an appropriate response to demographic changes.
- 🌿 Reduction in individual car use
- 🌍 Support for sustainable mobility within Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- 🚴 Development of greenways to complement the bus network
- ♻️ Integration into the Regional Express Network
- 📉 Reduction of CO₂ emissions during peak hours
| Aspect | Expected effect |
|---|---|
| Reduction in the use of individual cars | Less traffic jams and air pollution |
| Sustainable mobility | Strengthened public transport and greenways |
| Quality of life | Better access to urban services |
Coordination between local and regional stakeholders for the implementation of the Bus Express 410
The success of the Bus Express 410 relies on close collaboration between various local and regional partners. Involving Lège-Cap-Ferret Mobilités, Bordeaux Mobilité, the Bassin d’Arcachon Nord Agglomeration Community (Coban), and, of course, Nouvelle-Aquitaine Mobilités, this project benefits from integrated and proactive governance. A key meeting was held on August 25, 2025, in Saint-Jean-d’Illac to present the objectives, gather feedback, and bring together local stakeholders.
During this meeting, the Mayor of Illac, Édouard Quintano, emphasized the need for a public transportation system that is efficient and sustainable. He underscored the importance of reducing travel times while maintaining a service accessible to all user profiles. The approach also relies on dedicated working groups that closely monitor implementation and adjust the system based on feedback from the field. For her part, the representative of Nouvelle-Aquitaine Mobilités reiterated the overall plan in Gironde, with a program of six express lines already partially completed, and the desire to simplify routes to facilitate operation and improve network clarity. This vigilance ensures that Bus Express 410 does not operate in isolation, but as a link in a coherent chain integrated with the TransGironde network and the TBN. 🤝 Coordination between local authorities and Nouvelle-Aquitaine Mobilités📅 Regular meetings to adjust the service
📊 Impact studies and user feedback taken into account
- 🛣️ Simplification of routes for greater clarity
- 🔄 Connection with the TransGironde and TBN networks
- Partner
- Main role
- Lège-Cap-Ferret Mobilités
| Local management and coordination | Bordeaux Mobilité / TBM |
|---|---|
| Integration into the Bordeaux urban network | Nouvelle-Aquitaine Mobilités |
| Regional Planning and Financing | Coban (Arcachon Basin North Urban Community) |
| Connection and Development of Inter-Territorial Transportation | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLxwDfwN1Iw |
| Taking into Account School Needs and Fares in the Bus Express 410 Network | Parents and schools have expressed concerns, particularly regarding the accessibility of high schools and rising public transportation fares. The transition to route 410 was therefore designed to address these issues as much as possible. |
👨🎓 Maintaining school support at critical times
💰 Regional support to offset the fare increase to Andernos
📚 Taking into account the specificities of school routes
📅 Regular communication with families and schools
- 🚏 Guaranteed accessibility at all network stops
- Typology
- Measure adopted
- School support
- Maintained school entry and exit times
| Fare assistance | Compensation for travel to Simone Veil High School |
|---|---|
| Communication | Regular information for families |
| Discover everything you need to know about buses: routes, schedules, types of services, tips for traveling with peace of mind, and practical information to facilitate your public transportation journeys. | Outlook for the development of the Bus Express 410 network and its integration into urban mobility |
| With the operational launch of the Bus Express 410 line, the authorities are already considering improvement prospects that could expand and refine the transportation offering to better satisfy users. The objective is to continue to rely on the feedback collected throughout the year to adapt the frequency and stops, but also to develop new inter-territorial collaborations. | Furthermore, the Bus Express 410 is part of a strategy that makes the Regional Express Network a central element of daily mobility. Its connection with the Bordeaux Métropole (TBM) and TBN transport systems improves accessibility to peri-urban areas and facilitates commuting. This integration will help address the challenges of population growth and urban congestion. |
🔮 Continuous adaptation based on user feedback
⚙️ Strengthening connections with TBM and TBN
🌱 Gradual modernization with clean vehicles
🚲 Promoting multimodal solutions and greenways
- 🏙️ Integrated network for improved peri-urban mobility
- Aspect
- Expected development
- Frequency of service
- Possibility of increasing according to demand
| Network connectivity | Better integration with TBM and TBN |
|---|---|
| Vehicle fleet | Transition to eco-friendly buses |
| Multimodality | Development of cycle and pedestrian paths |
| https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT66-3vYve8 | |