The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
€186
Average price
€228
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
696 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €186.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Bordeaux without transferring at least once.
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545412:21 PM7h25Basel SBB7:46 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€1861One-way1 transfer
9226+
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F41 (866310)4:34 PM15h54Basel SBB8:28 AMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€1971One-way2 transfers
9222+
85212:34 PM6h40Basel SBB9:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€1981One-way1 transfer
ICE 374+
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54548:16 AM11h30Basel SBB7:46 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€2041One-way2 transfers
ICE 374+
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54548:16 AM11h30Basel SBB7:46 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€2041One-way2 transfers
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1226110:34 AM6h40Basel SBB5:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€2561One-way1 transfer
9222+
85212:34 PM6h40Basel SBB9:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€1981One-way1 transfer
9222+
122812:34 PM6h40Basel SBB9:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€2211One-way1 transfer
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95169:21 AM6h54Basel SBB4:15 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€2821One-way2 transfers
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545412:21 PM7h25Basel SBB7:46 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean€1861One-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 €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 €52, and a train costs an average of €70.
Distance: 696 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€191 Average price | €163 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 39m Average total duration 15h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bordeaux trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
96121+ 9222+ 8477 | 1:45 PM Basel St. Johann | 7h02 | 8:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
9222+ 8477 | 2:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h13 | 8:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
96127+ 8461+ 9226 | 4:15 PM Basel St. Johann | 8h08 | 12:23 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
8461+ 9226 | 4:34 PM Basel SBB | 7h49 | 12:23 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
ICE 374+ 87428+ 5454 | 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 11h30 | 7:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374+ 87422+ 5454 | 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 11h30 | 7:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
ICE 374+ 87430+ 5454 | 8:16 AM Basel SBB | 11h30 | 7:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
ICE 200 · 17110+ 87430+ 5454 | 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 10h30 | 7:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3 transfers | |
ICE 200 · 17110+ 87428+ 5454 | 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 10h30 | 7:46 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 3 transfers | |
ICE 200 · 17110+ 87428+ 9512 | 9:16 AM Basel SBB | 10h58 | 8:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 4 transfers | |
96218+ 8547+ 9516 | 9:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h54 | 4:15 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
96115+ 9210+ 12261 | 9:45 AM Basel St. Johann | 7h29 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Bordeaux
Trains from Basel to Bordeaux run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €70 but you can travel from only €37 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 696 km distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 696 km |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Basel to Bordeaux trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Basel and Bordeaux from €37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Bordeaux
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Bordeaux by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Bordeaux
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
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