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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Bordeaux is to bus via Lyon which costs €60 - €120 and takes 14h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Bordeaux is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs €90 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Bordeaux?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Bus Station station and arriving at Bordeaux. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Bordeaux?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Bordeaux St Jean via Mulhouse Ville, Quai de la Gare and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Zurich to Bordeaux?

The distance between Zurich and Bordeaux is 792 km. The road distance is 900.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Bordeaux without a car is to train which takes 8h 1m and costs €220 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Zurich to Bordeaux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Bordeaux bus from?

Zurich to Bordeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Bordeaux train from?

Zurich to Bordeaux train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Bordeaux?

The best way to get from Zurich to Bordeaux is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs €90 - €260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €220 - €370 and takes 8h 1m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €120 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Zurich to Bordeaux bus arrive?

Zurich to Bordeaux bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bordeaux station.

Where does the Zurich to Bordeaux train arrive?

Zurich to Bordeaux train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Mulhouse station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Bordeaux?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Bordeaux is 901 km. It takes approximately 9h 51m to drive from Zurich to Bordeaux.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Zurich to Bordeaux?

Book your Zurich to Bordeaux bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bordeaux?

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

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

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Fly from Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane ZRH - BOD
4h 28m
€91–257
Bus via Lyon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 44m
€64–112
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Mulhousetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Tgv
8h 1m
€225–365
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1149
14h 10m
€75–120
Drive 900.8 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Bordeauxcar 900.8 km
9h 51m
€163–236
Train to Basel, fly
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane BSL - BOD
5h 23m
€72–255
Train, train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Mulhousetrain
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Strasbourgtrain
3. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane SXB - BOD
6h 1m
€108–362
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genève-Aéroporttrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
7h 10m
€126–312

Zurich to Bordeaux by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 792.2 km
Duration: 4h 28m

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

Swiss and Air France fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich HB to Bordeaux St Jean via Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Paris Gare De Lyon, Quai de la Gare, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 8h 1m.

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