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Train Bordeaux → Basel

Schedule & travel time

16h 25m 696 km 5 trains/day
ICE IC

Route overview

16h 25m

Fastest time

19h 42m

Avg. duration

696

Kilometers

5

Trains per day

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By train from Bordeaux to Basel

One of the most important long-distance routes: The train connection from Bordeaux to Basel is one of the regularly operated rail routes in Germany. On the ICE you reach your destination in just 16h 25m and can travel in comfort.

The route covers a distance of 696 kilometers and is served by about 5 trains every day. The schedule supports reliable trip planning.

Route overview

Infrastructure: Fernverkehr (ICE/IC)

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Available train types

This route is served by ICE, IC.

The ICE (Intercity-Express) is Germany's fastest train and offers top-tier comfort with Wi-Fi, power outlets, and an on-board restaurant.

The IC (Intercity) links cities reliably and comfortably.

Travel sustainably

Taking the train from Bordeaux to Basel saves you about 77 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 155 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train journey from Bordeaux to Basel?

The fastest connection from Bordeaux to Basel takes 16h 25m. The average travel time is 19h 42m.

How many trains run daily from Bordeaux to Basel?

About 5 trains run daily on the Bordeaux - Basel route. Train types include ICE, IC.

What is the route from Bordeaux to Basel?

The direct connection covers 696 km.

More interesting connections

Bordeaux → Berlin
26h 15m1330 km
Bordeaux → Hamburg
23h 35m1235 km
Berlin → Basel
6h 59m690 km
Hamburg → Basel
7h 5m688 km
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Return journey

Basel Bordeaux

More connections

Bordeaux → Berlin26h 15mBordeaux → Hamburg23h 35mBordeaux → München20h 35mBordeaux → Köln15h 30mBerlin → Basel6h 59mHamburg → Basel7h 5mMünchen → Basel4h 27m
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Schedule data last updated: 17/06/2026 · Live data refreshed in real time

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Last update: April 2026

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