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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$283
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
696 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean will cost around $283 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
It's difficult to get from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean without transferring at least once.
9226+
84394:34 PM6h37Basel SBB11:11 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1931One-way1 transfer- 9210+1226110:34 AM6h40Basel SBB5:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2641One-way1 transfer
- 9206+84138:25 AM6h38Basel SBB3:03 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2711One-way1 transfer
9578+8473+
962086:51 AM6h23Basel SBB1:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3001One-way2 transfers- 9222+85512:34 PM6h13Basel SBB8:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3061One-way1 transfer
- 9222+85512:34 PM6h13Basel SBB8:47 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3061One-way1 transfer
- 9578+8473+962086:51 AM6h23Basel SBB1:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3001One-way2 transfers
- 9226+84394:34 PM6h37Basel SBB11:11 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$1931One-way1 transfer
- 9206+84138:25 AM6h38Basel SBB3:03 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$2711One-way1 transfer
- 9218+851712:34 PM6h40Basel SBB7:14 PMBordeaux-Saint-Jean$3061One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $105.
Distance: 432 miles (696 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$217 Average price | $155 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $323 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean:
A bus is $73 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $155 (€128).
A bus is $135 (€111) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean costing on average $217 (€179).
Other travel options to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 42m.
Bus takes on average 15h 10m.
The journey is about 2h 25m faster (5h 42m by train vs 8h 7m by car) and roughly $106 (€87) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($217 (€179) vs $323 (€265)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trains for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96218+2356 · 8547 | On time 9:21 AM Basel SBB | 6h54 | 4:15 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 9210+8511 | 10:34 AM Basel SBB | 6h40 | 5:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 9218+12267 | 12:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h40 | 7:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 9222+8551 | 2:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h13 | 8:47 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 9226+8439 | 4:34 PM Basel SBB | 6h37 | 11:11 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
| 96208+8473+9578 | 6:51 AM Basel SBB | 6h23 | 1:14 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 2 transfers | |
| 9206+8413 | 8:25 AM Basel SBB | 6h38 | 3:03 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Switzerland
France
Trains from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $105 (€86) but you can travel from only $47 (€39) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 16:21. The fastest train covers the 432 miles (696 km) distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 432 miles (696 km) |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€86) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 15m |
First train 7:21 AM |
Last train 4:21 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel SBB and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean from $47 (€39). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bordeaux-Saint-Jean, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Most Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trains use the Basel SBB to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Basel SBB and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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