4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Basel to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
€57
Average price
€119
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
15 h 44 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
696 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Basel to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Bordeaux will cost around €119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
Of the 12 buses that leave Basel for Bordeaux on Thu, Apr 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 09 the direct buses cover the 696 km distance in an average of 15 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
On Thu, Apr 09 the slowest buses will take 17 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:00 AM9h00Basel7:00 PMBordeaux€571One-way0 transfers
4743 · 932719:00 PM23h40Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)8:40 PMBordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes€971One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:25 AM20h20Basel, Bahnhof7:45 AMBordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)€1131One-way1 transfer- FlixBus · FlixBus11:25 AM16h25Basel, Bahnhof3:50 AMBordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate€1131One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM17h50Basel, Bahnhof7:35 AMBordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate€1141One-way1 transfer
- 10:00 AM9h00Basel7:00 PMBordeaux€571One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:25 AM16h25Basel, Bahnhof3:50 AMBordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate€1131One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:55 AM17h35Basel, Bahnhof9:30 PMBordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont)€1251One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM17h50Basel, Bahnhof7:35 AMBordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate€1141One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:55 AM17h50Basel, Bahnhof9:45 PMBordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate€1251One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Bordeaux
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 696 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€73 Average price Cheapest | €183 Average price | €176 Average price |
15h 37m Average total duration 15h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Bordeaux bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bordeaux buses for today, Wednesday, April 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 PM Basel | 22h15 | 7:15 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 9 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 17h50 | 7:45 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 17h35 | 7:30 PM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 20h15 | 11:30 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
| 4744 · 4750 | 5:40 AM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 22h20 | 4:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 20h20 | 5:45 AM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 20h50 | 6:15 AM Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 16h25 | 1:50 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Basel, Bahnhof | 17h50 | 5:35 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 22h30 | 2:10 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Basel, Bahnhof | 21h35 | 2:40 PM Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 2 transfers | |
| 4743 · 93271 | 7:00 PM Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) | 23h40 | 6:40 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Bordeaux
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Buses from Basel to Bordeaux run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €37 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 696 km distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 696 km |
Average bus duration 15h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Basel to BordeauxYou can travel by bus between Basel to Bordeaux with FlixBus for as low as €37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Basel to Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Bordeaux by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Basel to Bordeaux
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
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