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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Cheapest price
£160
Average price
£200
Fastest journey
7 h 41 m
Average duration
7 h 54 m
Trains per day
2
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean will cost around £200 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £160.
Of the 2 trains that leave Basel SBB for Bordeaux-Saint-Jean every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 696 km distance in an average of 7 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 7 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 train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £43. 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 coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £104.
Distance: 696 km
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£154 Average Price | £128 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m 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* |
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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, Thursday 15 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:20 Basel SBB | 6h52 | 20:12 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:34 Basel SBB | 6h37 | 21:11 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 7 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:34, the last at 15:21. The fastest train covers the 696 km distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 696 km |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 06:34 |
Last train 15:21 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Basel SBB and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV Lyria
TGV INOUI
FAQs: Basel SBB to Bordeaux-Saint-Jean train
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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel SBB and Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
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