What is the cheapest way to get from Arcachon to Basel?

The cheapest way to get from Arcachon to Basel is to train and bus which costs SFr 50 - SFr 160 and takes 16h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arcachon to Basel?

The fastest way to get from Arcachon to Basel is to train and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct train between Arcachon and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Arcachon to Basel. However, there are services departing from Arcachon and arriving at Basel Sbb via Bordeaux St Jean, Montparnasse Bienvenue and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Arcachon to Basel?

The distance between Arcachon and Basel is 1131 km. The road distance is 883 km.

How do I travel from Arcachon to Basel without a car?

The best way to get from Arcachon to Basel without a car is to train via Paris which takes 8h 13m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 320.

How long does it take to get from Arcachon to Basel?

It takes approximately 8h 13m to get from Arcachon to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcachon to Basel train from?

Arcachon to Basel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Arcachon station.

Where does the Arcachon to Basel train arrive?

Arcachon to Basel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Arcachon to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcachon to Basel is 883 km. It takes approximately 9h 28m to drive from Arcachon to Basel.

How do I get a train ticket from Arcachon to Basel?

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Where can I stay near Basel?

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Arcachon to Basel - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Arcachon to Basel by train (TGV), train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux St JeanTer
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Basel SbbTgv
8h 13m
CHF 123–315
Train, fly to Basel
cheapest
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Pessac Alouette
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Basel (BSL)BOD - BSL
5h 6m
CHF 52–192
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux St JeanTer
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Bern
3. Take the bus from Bern to Basel SBB122
16h 38m
CHF 54–155
Drive 883 km
1. Drive from Arcachon to Basel883 km
9h 28m
CHF 141–203
Train
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux St JeanTer
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to StrasbourgTgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
9h 26m
CHF 128–290
Train, bus via Lausanne
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Bordeaux St JeanTer
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Lausanne
3. Take the bus from Lausanne to Basel SBB122
18h 5m
CHF 75–153
Train, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Pessac Alouette
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BOD - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBB
6h 35m
CHF 107–266
Train, fly to Strasbourg International Airport
1. Take the train from Arcachon to Pessac Alouette
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Strasbourg International Airport (SXB)BOD - SXB
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbb
6h 12m
CHF 81–199

Arcachon to Basel by train, foot, and subway

8Weekly Services

8h 13mAverage Duration

CHF 123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,131 km
Duration: 8h 13m

What companies run services between Arcachon, France and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Arcachon to Basel Sbb via Bordeaux St Jean, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare de l'Est, and Paris Est in around 8h 13m.

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