The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Biarritz
Cheapest price
$203
Average price
$239
Fastest journey
8 h 56 m
Average duration
9 h 20 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
843 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Biarritz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Biarritz will cost around $239 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $203.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Biarritz on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 843 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 56 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 9 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Basel to Biarritz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Biarritz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 523 miles (843 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€196 Average price | €199 Average price | €109 Average price Cheapest |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 9m Average total duration 24h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Biarritz
Trains from Basel to Biarritz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€104) but you can travel from only $76 (€60) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:11, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 523 miles (843 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 523 miles (843 km) |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€104) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 05:11 |
Last train 20:35 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria from Basel to Biarritz trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV Lyria trains will get you between Basel and Biarritz from $76 (€60). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TGV INOUI
SNCF | TGV Lyria
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Biarritz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Biarritz 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 Biarritz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Biarritz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Centralbahnstrasse.
- Restaurant Da Roberto
- Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Victoria
- Hotel Schweizerhof Basel
- GAIA Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 800 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for Swiss domestic trains
- Hall 2: platform 6-10 for international trains
- Hall 3: shopping and services area
- Tram: Line 1, Line 2, Line 8, Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Avenue Foch.
- Le Bistrot Gourmet
- Chez Albert
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hôtel du Palais
- Radisson Blu Hotel Biarritz
- Regina Experimental Biarritz
- Located in the main hall
- 15 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections
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