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Train timetable info Bordeaux-Basel

Travel by train from Bordeaux to Basel. 9 trains run each day: choose between the first train departing Bordeaux at 6h 46m and the last at 15h 46m, allowing you to cover the 1113 km distance in as little as 6h 23m.

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How much does a train ticket from Bordeaux to Basel cost?

We recommend booking your train ticket in advance to make the most of the best offers. Take price variations into account, which depend on the day and time of departure, to benefit from the best fares. You can create an alert in the "Low Prices" section to be quickly notified of the best offers.

How long does a journey on a train from Bordeaux to Basel take?

The journey on a train from Bordeaux to Basel takes approximately 6h 59m, depending on the operator.

How long does the fastest train take to travel from Bordeaux to Basel?

The shortest journey between Bordeaux and Basel takes 6h 23m.

How many trains run from Bordeaux to Basel each day?

Every day of the week, you can choose from 9 Bordeaux – Basel trains.

Are there direct trains or connecting trains between Bordeaux and Basel?

Between Bordeaux and Basel, the service may be a Connecting train(s).

What is the distance between Bordeaux and Basel by train?

Trains running between Bordeaux and Basel cover a distance of around 1113 km.

What time is the first train from Bordeaux to Basel?

Take a morning journey on the Bordeaux to Basel train departing at 6h 46m.

What time is the last train from Bordeaux to Basel?

You can wait until 15h 46m at the latest to take the last Bordeaux to Basel train.

To leave Bordeaux, which station(s) can I depart from?

On this page, you will find trains departing from: BORDEAUX SAINT-JEAN.

At Basel, which station(s) will I arrive at?

The trains on this page terminate at: BASEL SBB.

Which train companies operate trains from Bordeaux to Basel?

For your journey from Bordeaux to Basel, you can travel with TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria, DB SNCF Voyageurs in cooperation, TER.

What services are offered on board?

With TGV INOUI, travel worry-free with your luggage. Storage space is provided to make settling on board easier. Oversized luggage? Don’t worry, take advantage of the home delivery option to have your luggage delivered directly to your home without any hassle.

Because transport is a service for everyone, on TGV Lyria, in carriages 1 or 11, you will have a PREMIÈRE class seat specially reserved for wheelchair users.

Save time with SNCF Connect and buy your TER tickets in just a few clicks on our website or app.

How to buy a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Basel?

The price of a Bordeaux – Basel train ticket depends on several factors, such as the rail operator, the travel class, when you buy your ticket, the date and time of departure, and the stations you choose for departure and arrival. However, you can still save money on your train ticket from Bordeaux to Basel thanks to promotions or discounts: SNCF cards, national or regional subscriptions, and youth or senior fares. Find out how to buy a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Basel.

Price of a Bordeaux – Basel Train Ticket

On the SNCF Connect website and app, you can find various subscriptions, discount cards and special fares to get a cheap train ticket from Bordeaux to Basel: SNCF cards and subscriptions, (Cartes Avantage, Carte Liberté, weekly or monthly subscriptions, MAX subscriptions, TER subscription), Prem's tickets, Interrail Pass, and more.
Depending on the rail operator, you can choose a different class to travel from Bordeaux to Basel at the lowest fare.

Promotional Fare for Bordeaux – Basel

We may offer occasional promotions or flash sales on train tickets from Bordeaux to Basel throughout the year. Discover the current SNCF Connect Deals and feel free to subscribe to our newsletter to receive promotional offers. Notifications in the app also let you know as soon as new deals become available on our website.

Last-minute Bordeaux – Basel Train

The best way to pay less for your Bordeaux to Basel train ticket is to book it in advance, for example during sales events. Train tickets are usually released for sale several months ahead. If you are unsure about your travel dates, depending on your route and the rail operator, you can select the option to hold the fare you have found for a set period. Even for a last-minute ticket from Bordeaux to Basel, find the lowest price using our train ticket search tool, which displays fares for the next five to seven days at a glance.

Direct train from Bordeaux to Basel and alternative routes

Some services may be operated by direct trains as well as trains with connections. Likewise, different rail operators may provide all or part of a journey with different offers. To get a cheap ticket, we recommend checking the best prices shown after a search on SNCF Connect. A direct train does not necessarily guarantee the cheapest fare for Bordeaux - Basel. On certain journeys, we also offer alternative routes, or trips to or from nearby stations, allowing you to compare times and prices.

Companies serving Bordeaux - Basel

If you're travelling from Bordeaux to Basel, the following train companies offer direct lines or journeys with a changeover.

TGV INOUI

With TGV INOUI, you can travel at speeds up to 320 km/h from Bordeaux to Basel on an extremely comfy train - perfect for holidays and business trips. Take advantage of free Wi-Fi from Bordeaux to Basel: you can access content and services via the TGV INOUI portal. Each carriage has plenty of luggage space, so you can quickly and easily settle down in your seat. Enjoy the buffet car which serves a range of food and drinks. Your tickets can be exchanged or refunded, depending on the conditions, up to 3 days before your departure.

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Classes of rail companies serving Bordeaux - Basel

To travel from Bordeaux to Basel, the railway companies listed below offer different classes of comfort.

TGV INOUI

Enjoy all the comforts of an TGV INOUI train if you're travelling from Bordeaux to Basel and choose from a selection of classes.

2nd Class

  • Comfy, reclining seats with a power socket, reading light, and small table.
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

1st Class

  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones
  • Choose your seat from the seating plan when booking
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

OPTIMUM (routes to and from Paris) :

  • Flexible tickets: free exchanges and refunds up to 30 minutes after departure
  • Access to the TGV INOUI Grand Voyageur Le Club station lounges
  • Wide, reclining seats with extra legroom and an individual power socket, reading light, and small table
  • Quiet zones (carriage at the end of the train to minimise disruptions)
  • Premium dedicated Customer Service
  • Free Wi-Fi and multimedia portal
  • Space to store your luggage

All on-board services provided by companies operating Bordeaux - Basel

Discover the on-board services provided by various carriers operating the Bordeaux to Basel route, either directly or through connections. Click on the carrier to view associated services.

TGV INOUI

  • Hold a ticket

    Book your tickets at a guaranteed price for a limited time. You're free to complete your purchase whenever you've made your decision.

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  • Travel in comfort

    Renovated trainsets, electrical sockets, a bar... You'll enjoy a wonderful journey on board our train.

  • Travel connected

    Free access to wifi and extensive services on the Wifi portal, such as the online order at the Bistro.

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  • Travel in first class

    With rows of 3 seats instead of 4, extra legroom, and wider seat cushions and backrests, First Class is designed for your comfort and peace of mind.

  • Travel with a staff that takes care of you

    At your service, attentive, ... Our team ensures your well-being and offers you exclusive services.

  • Space for your luggage

    In each coach, luggage storage is provided to facilitate your on-board installation. For your bulky baggage, take advantage of the home delivery option.

  • Travel with your bike

    Do not want to bike to your destination? Just click on" more criteria "and select" I'm traveling with my bike "when booking. You can take your bike for only €10!

  • Nursury space for baby's

    Especially designed for people with young children, the nursery area allows you to enjoy a changing table and bottles can be heated by TGV bar car.

  • Travel with your pet

    Book the train ticket at the same time as yours, by clicking on the "more criteria" button then on "Travel with your pet", then select the number of animals and their size.

  • Your office at 300 km/h

    On certain trains, you have free access to a space to work, this space is located between two cars of 2nd class. It allows you to work on a table with an electric socket and to have more space.

  • To travel further

    Before your departure, or once arrived at the platform, our exclusive services allow you to continue your journey to your final destination: My rental Avis, My Driver, My Luggage.

  • A gourmet break?

    We are waiting for you at the Bistro, a redesigned, more user-friendly space, with a menu of dishes prepared by chefs, vegetarian products, organic products and the best of the local producers.

  • New gestures

    Our baristas and cleaners ensure your well-being throughout your trip. For our Business PREMIÈRE customers, press and a drink are offered at the platform.

  • Don't queue at the Bistro

    Log in to the Wifi portal and let yourself be guided to order online. You can then pick them up at the Bistro without queuing.

  • A world of services via the portal

    Make your life easier with connected services on our trains from the Wifi portal: follow your journey, consut the remaining time or access content and games that will make you forget about the time.

Train timetables Bordeaux-Basel Saturday 23 May 2026
Departure Arrival Duration Carrier
6h 46m 13h 26m 6h 40m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 12276 - TGV INOUI 8478
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h27
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9211
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
7h 45m 14h 08m 6h 23m TGV INOUI, DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération, TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 8404
  • Massy Tgv
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 52 min
  • Paris Est
    DB SNCF Voyageurs en coopération 9593
  • Strasbourg
  • 13 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96277
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
8h 46m 15h 26m 6h 40m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 12250 - TGV INOUI 8502
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h27
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9213
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
8h 54m 16h 08m 7h 14m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 5440
  • Angouleme
  • Poitiers
  • Saint-Pierre-Des-Corps
  • Massy Tgv
  • Marne-La-Vallee - Chessy
  • Champagne-Ardenne Tgv
  • Meuse Tgv
  • Lorraine Tgv
  • Strasbourg
  • 22 min
  • Strasbourg
    TER 96223
  • Selestat
  • Colmar
  • Mulhouse
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
10h 47m 17h 26m 6h 39m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 12254 - TGV INOUI 8504
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h27
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9215
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
12h 12m 19h 26m 7h 14m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 12264 - TGV INOUI 8534
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 2h00
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9219
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
13h 46m 21h 08m 7h 22m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 8580 - TGV INOUI 8536
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 1h23
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6709
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 34 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96239
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb
13h 46m 21h 26m 7h 40m TGV INOUI, TGV Lyria
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 8580 - TGV INOUI 8536
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 2h27
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV Lyria 9223
  • Dijon
  • Mulhouse
  • Basel Sbb
15h 46m 22h 38m 6h 52m TGV INOUI, TER
Booking
  • Bordeaux Saint-Jean
    TGV INOUI 8582 - TGV INOUI 8540
  • Paris - Montparnasse - Hall 1 & 2
  • 50 min
  • Paris - Gare De Lyon - Hall 1 & 2
    TGV INOUI 6711
  • Montbard
  • Dijon
  • Besancon Franche-Comte Tgv
  • Belfort - Montbeliard Tgv
  • Mulhouse
  • 25 min
  • Mulhouse
    TER 96241
  • Saint-Louis
  • Basel Sbb