Bordeaux to Zurich train with SNCF | TGV Lyria

1,000+ travel companies

Scan to get our free app

Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.

App Store

4.9

42K ratings

Google Play

4.6

136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Zurich

Showing times and prices for 17 Jul

Cheapest price

£247

Average price

£248

Fastest journey

7 h 40 m

Average duration

7 h 40 m

Trains per day

Distance

757 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bordeaux to Zurich will cost around £248 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £247.

Fast trains

To travel from Bordeaux to Zurich you need to make at least one change.

8508+

9219

12:467h40

Bordeaux-Saint-Jean

20:26Zurich HB

£2471One-way

1 change

8512+

9223

14:467h40

Bordeaux-Saint-Jean

22:26Zurich HB

£2501One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £111.

Distance: 757 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Flight	Coach
£238 Average Price	£174 Average Price	£80 Average Price Cheapest
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	16h 34m Average total duration 16h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions	0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Bordeaux to Zurich train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 July

Last updated at 21:20

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
8508+9219	10:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean	7h40	18:26 Zurich HB	1 change
8512+9223	12:46 Bordeaux-Saint-Jean	7h40	20:26 Zurich HB	1 change
This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Bordeaux to Zurich by train, coach or flight

Thu
17 Jul

Fri
18 Jul

Sat
19 Jul

Sun
20 Jul

Mon
21 Jul

Tue
22 Jul

Wed
23 Jul

Thu
24 Jul

Fri
25 Jul

Sat
26 Jul

Sun
27 Jul

Mon
28 Jul

Tue
29 Jul

Wed
30 Jul

Thu
31 Jul

Fri
01 Aug

Sat
02 Aug

Sun
03 Aug

Mon
04 Aug

Tue
05 Aug

Wed
06 Aug

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Zurich

France

Switzerland

Trains from Bordeaux to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £111 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £41

Distance

757 km

Average train duration

6h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

£111

Trains per day

Fastest train

7h 14m

First train

00:02

Last train

21:04

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £41

Train providers: SNCF | TGV Lyria and TGV INOUI trains Bordeaux to Zurich

Buy your official SNCF | TGV Lyria and TGV INOUI train tickets between Bordeaux and Zurich from £80 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

TGV Lyria is a high-speed train service that operates between France and Switzerland. It is operated by SNCF in France and SBB in Switzerland. The TGV Lyria offers two types of trains: the TGV Duplex and the TGV POS. The TGV Duplex is a double-decker train with a capacity of up to 574 passengers, while the TGV POS is a single-level train with a capacity of up to 468 passengers. Both trains offer comfortable seating, air-conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The TGV Lyria offers a variety of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most economical, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the TGV Lyria Lounge. Onboard facilities include a bar, restaurant, and a selection of newspapers and magazines. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of hot and cold meals, snacks, and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV Lyria are Paris to Geneva, Paris to Lausanne, and Paris to Basel. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France and Switzerland.

Train information from Bordeaux to Zurich with SNCF | TGV Lyria:

Average Duration: 7 h 14 min
Cheapest Price: £80

TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.

Bordeaux to Zurich train information with TGV INOUI:

Average Duration: 9 h 28 min
Cheapest Price: £322
TGV INOUI frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Bordeaux to Zurich train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bordeaux to Zurich easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bordeaux to Zurich.

Cheap train tickets from Bordeaux to Zurich can start from as little as £78 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bordeaux to Zurich is £200; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bordeaux to Zurich train travel time is 7 h 40 min for the 469 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bordeaux to Zurich leaves at 00: 08. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bordeaux to Zurich leaves at 21: 20.

There are 3 trains a day from Bordeaux to Zurich which require at least one change with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF (3) or TGV INOUI. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, you can take a high-speed train from Bordeaux to Zurich with SNCF | TGV Lyria or TGV INOUI. Overall you can travel with the following companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF (3) or TGV INOUI.

Take the Bordeaux to Zurich train with SNCF | TGV Lyria, SNCF (3) or TGV INOUI. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey between Bordeaux and Zurich as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 21: 20.

The cheapest month to travel from Bordeaux to Zurich by train is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bordeaux and Zurich including taking a train, coach or flight.