There are 7 ways to get from Switzerland to Biarritz by bus, plane, train or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Bus to Lyon, fly • 5h 19m
Cheapest option
Bus via Donostia / San Sebastián • 21h 48m
5 alternative options
Fly from Geneva • 4h 9m
Train via Paris • 11h 31m
Train • 15h 9m
Bus • 19h 17m
Drive • 11h 7m
Switzerland to Biarritz by train, bus and walk
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Biarritz is to bus which costs SFr 70 - SFr 110 and takes 19h 17m.
The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Biarritz is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 280.
No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland to Biarritz. However, there are services departing from Zürich, Sprecherstrasse and arriving at Mairie de Biarritz L. Barthou via Zürich and Place des Basques. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 17m.
The distance between Switzerland and Biarritz is 748 km. The road distance is 1169.6 km.
The best way to get from Switzerland to Biarritz without a car is to train via Paris which takes 11h 31m and costs SFr 210 - SFr 370.
It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Switzerland to Biarritz, including transfers.
Switzerland to Biarritz bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Zürich station.
The best way to get from Switzerland to Biarritz is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can train via Paris, which costs SFr 210 - SFr 370 and takes 11h 31m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 70 - SFr 110 and takes 19h 17m.
Switzerland to Biarritz bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Bayonne station.
Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Biarritz is 1170 km. It takes approximately 11h 7m to drive from Switzerland to Biarritz.
- Distance: 748.3 km
- Duration: 5h 19m
What companies run services between Switzerland and Biarritz, France?
Swiss, Air France and Edelweiss Air fly from Geneva to Biarritz 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich to Biarritz via Zürich Hb, Zuerich Hb, Paris Gare De Lyon, Gare de Lyon - Diderot, Montparnasse - Rue de l'Arrivée, Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2, Biarritz, and Gare de Biarritz in around 11h 31m.
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Lyon to Biarritz
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €100 - €450
Flights from Geneva to Biarritz
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €370
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Lyon to Biarritz
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €55 - €310
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Geneva to Biarritz
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €120 - €550
Flights from Geneva to Biarritz via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Saturday
- Estimated price
- €180 - €450
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Zuerich Hb to Paris Gare De Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 4m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €170
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €95 - €130
- 1st Class
- €120 - €170
Train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Biarritz
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 12m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €190
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €110 - €160
- 1st Class
- €140 - €190
Train from Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf to Bordeaux St Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 38m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €170 - €280
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €170 - €230
- 1st Class
- €210 - €280
Train from Bordeaux St Jean to Biarritz
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 56m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €75
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €55
- 1st Class
- €55 - €75
Train from Zürich Hb to Paris Gare de Lyon
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 4m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Zuerich Hb to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €36 - €40
- Website
- https://www.bahn.com/en
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The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Zuerich Hb to Freiburg(Breisgau) Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 3m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €95
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Bordeaux St Jean to Biarritz
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 8m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €35 - €75
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €50
- Rail 1st Class
- €50 - €75
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Geneva - Bus station to Lyon - Saint-Exupéry Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €15 - €22
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Zürich to Bayonne
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 20m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €70 - €100
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
- Phone
- +34 988 590 210
- info@iberocoach.com
- Website
- iberocoach.com
Bus from Zürich to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián
- Ave. Duration
- 18h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €140
- Website
- http://www.iberocoach.com/en/home-2/
- Website
- https://iberocoach.diagram.net/en/
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