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 70 - SFr 120 and takes 15h 34m.

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 26m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 230.

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 SBB via Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 34m.

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 36m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to Basel?

The distance between Bordeaux and Basel is 1121 km. The road distance is 817.2 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 36m and costs SFr 180 - SFr 350.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m 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 36m and costs SFr 180 - SFr 350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 70 - SFr 120 and takes 15h 34m, you could also fly, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 230 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Bordeaux to Basel bus arrive?

Bordeaux to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lyon - Gerland 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 52m 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

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

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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 36m
CHF 184–349
Fly to Basel
cheapest
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Basel (BSL)plane BOD - BSL
4h 26m
CHF 60–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon to Basel SBBbus FlixBus 122 / ...
15h 34m
CHF 70–115
Drive 817.2 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to Baselcar 817.2 km
8h 52m
CHF 137–197
Train
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Strasbourgtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
7h 40m
CHF 215–320
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Lausannebus FlixBus N1157
2. Take the train from Lausanne to Basel SBBtrain Ic51
16h 10m
CHF 129–199
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 44m
CHF 110–320
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 23m
CHF 66–285

Bordeaux to Basel by train, foot, and subway

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6h 36mAverage Duration

CHF 184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,121.4 km
Duration: 6h 36m

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 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Basel SBB via Lyon in around 15h 34m.

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