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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £90 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £90, while a flight costs an average of £347.
Distance: 757 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£180 Average Price | £347 Average Price | £90 Average Price Cheapest | £248 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 50m Average total duration 19h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 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 |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Zurich to Bordeaux, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Bordeaux:
A coach is £91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bordeaux costing on average £180.
A coach is £258 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Bordeaux costing on average £347.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Coach takes on average 19h 50m.
The journey is about 2h 36m faster (6h 37m by train vs 9h 13m by car) and roughly £68 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£180 vs £248). 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.
How to get to Bordeaux from Zurich by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Zurich to Bordeaux is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Bordeaux are Arcachon, Saint-Emilion, Libourne, Bayonne and Lacanau. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bordeaux on Omio.
Arcachon is a classic seaside town on the Bassin d’Arcachon, known for oyster farming, beaches and 19th-century villas. It is also a common base for visiting the Dune du Pilat, with a relaxed, family-oriented feel.
Saint-Emilion is a medieval wine town best known for its prestigious vineyards and limestone streetscapes. Steep lanes, historic churches and nearby châteaux give it an elegant, lived-in character.
Libourne is a riverside town in south-west France known for wine and its setting near Saint-Émilion and Pomerol. Its arcaded centre, market and quays give it a practical, local character shaped by vineyards.
Bayonne is a historic city in the French Basque Country with a lively old town and a strong regional identity. It is known for Sainte-Marie Cathedral, traditional chocolate-making and the culinary fame of jambon de Bayonne.
Travel to Bordeaux 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 Zurich to Bordeaux.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Bordeaux:
A coach is £91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Bordeaux costing on average £180.
A coach is £258 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Bordeaux costing on average £347.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Coach takes on average 19h 50m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Bordeaux as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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