The cheapest and fastest trains from Bordeaux to Zurich
Cheapest price
$295
Average price
$462
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
757 km
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Zurich will cost around $462 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $295.
It's difficult to get from Bordeaux to Zurich without transferring at least once.
12250+
92138:46 AM7h40Bordeaux-Saint-Jean4:26 PMZurich HB$2951One-way1 transfer
12260+
92232:45 PM7h41Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:26 PMZurich HB$4311One-way1 transfer
8508+
921912:46 PM7h40Bordeaux-Saint-Jean8:26 PMZurich HB$6601One-way1 transfer
12250+
92138:46 AM7h40Bordeaux-Saint-Jean4:26 PMZurich HB$2951One-way1 transfer
8508+
921912:46 PM7h40Bordeaux-Saint-Jean8:26 PMZurich HB$6601One-way1 transfer
12260+
92232:45 PM7h41Bordeaux-Saint-Jean10:26 PMZurich HB$4311One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. 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 bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $89.
Distance: 470 miles (757 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$256 Average price | $174 Average price | $93 Average price Cheapest |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 13m Average total duration 21h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Zurich trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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12250+ 9213 | On time 6:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 7h40 | 2:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
8508+ 9219 | On time 10:46 AM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 7h40 | 6:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
12260+ 9223 | On time 12:45 PM Bordeaux-Saint-Jean | 7h41 | 8:26 PM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bordeaux to Zurich
Trains from Bordeaux to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $89 (€72) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 21:04. The fastest train covers the 470 miles (757 km) distance in 7h 14m.
Distance 470 miles (757 km) |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€72) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 7h 14m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 9:04 PM |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI from Bordeaux to Zurich trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI trains will get you between Bordeaux and Zurich from $45 (€37). 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: Trains from Bordeaux to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bordeaux to Zurich
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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