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

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Basel is to bus which costs SFr 65 - SFr 120 and takes 14h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Basel is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 210.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Bordeaux to Basel. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and arriving at Basel, Brausebad via Geneva and Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bordeaux and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Bordeaux to Basel. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux St Jean and arriving at Basel Sbb via Montparnasse Bienvenue, Paris Est and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to Basel?

The distance between Bordeaux and Basel is 1121 km. The road distance is 817 km.

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

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Basel without a car is to train via Paris which takes 6h 43m and costs SFr 160 - SFr 410.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Bordeaux to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Basel bus from?

Bordeaux to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Basel train from?

Bordeaux to Basel train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Bordeaux St Jean station.

Train, bus or fly from Bordeaux to Basel?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Basel is to train via Paris which takes 6h 43m and costs SFr 160 - SFr 410. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 210 and takes 4h 19m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 120 and takes 14h 49m.

Where does the Bordeaux to Basel bus arrive?

Bordeaux to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Geneva - Bus Station.

Where does the Bordeaux to Basel train arrive?

Bordeaux to Basel train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 station.

Can I drive from Bordeaux to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to Basel is 817 km. It takes approximately 8h 51m to drive from Bordeaux to Basel.

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

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

There are 8 ways to get from Bordeaux to Basel by train (TGV), bus, train, 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 Bordeaux St Jean to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2train Tgv
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Strasbourgtrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
6h 43m
CHF 163–405
Fly to Basel
cheapest
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Basel (BSL)plane BOD - BSL
4h 19m
CHF 50–206
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Geneva - Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Genève to Renens VDtrain Ic1 / ...
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Basel SBBtrain
13h 39m
CHF 120–312
Drive 817 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to Baselcar 817 km
8h 51m
CHF 129–186
Train
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Strasbourgtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
7h 29m
CHF 210–345
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Geneva to Basel Euroairport FRbus FlixBus N839
14h 49m
CHF 66–119
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BOD - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 47m
CHF 114–337
Fly to Strasbourg International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Strasbourg International Airport (SXB)plane BOD - SXB
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain
5h 21m
CHF 84–245

Bordeaux to Basel by train, foot, and subway

139Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 163Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,121.4 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Bordeaux St Jean to Basel Sbb via Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Montparnasse Bienvenue, Gare de l'Est, Paris Est, and Strasbourg in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, easyJet, Air France, and Lufthansa fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Basel (BSL) 3 times a day.

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