4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
€223
Average price
€305
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
8
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 €305 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €223.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Bordeaux without transferring at least once.
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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 €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. 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 €48, and a train costs an average of €84.
Distance: 696 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€181 Average price | €143 Average price | €85 Average price Cheapest |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus 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 train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Bordeaux trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96111+9206+12265 | On time 7:15 AM Basel St. Johann | 7h59 | 3:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 9206+12265 | On time 7:25 AM Basel SBB | 7h49 | 3:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 96218+2356 · 12265 | On time 8:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h53 | 3:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 96112+6704 · 8549 | On time 9:43 AM Basel St. Johann | 7h29 | 5:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 96222+6704 · 8549 | On time 10:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h51 | 5:12 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 96282+2440 · 8593 | On time 12:24 PM Basel SBB | 6h50 | 7:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 96127+9226+8439 | On time 3:15 PM Basel St. Johann | 6h56 | 10:11 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 9226+8439 | On time 3:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h37 | 10:11 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Bordeaux
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France
Trains from Basel to Bordeaux run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €84 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 696 km distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 696 km |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €84 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Basel to Bordeaux trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Basel and Bordeaux from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisWCBike ParkingWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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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