Basel to Biarritz by train

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Overview: trains from Basel to Biarritz

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basel to Biarritz, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:13 View journey
Last train 18:34 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 8hr 16m View journey
Distance (km) 845
Trains / day 14 View all
Cheapest journey €174.19 View journey
Avg journey time 10hr 19m
Train operators 13

Explore Basel to Biarritz by train

Thinking about travelling from Basel to Biarritz by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Basel and Biarritz

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically €174.19, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Basel to Biarritz train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:21.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 18:34.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:13.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 17:21.

  • 14 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 41 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Basel to Biarritz

The swiftest journey time on this route is 8 hours and 16 minutes, crossing a total distance of 845 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Basel and Biarritz?

Tickets along this route go on sale 6 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Basel to Biarritz

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Basel and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Biarritz city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Basel to Biarritz

Want to know more about your journey from Basel to Biarritz? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Basel and Biarritz by train is 845 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.