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Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
12 h 10 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Madrid will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 4 buses that leave Bordeaux Mérignac Airport for Madrid on Sun, Jun 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct buses cover the 549 km distance in an average of 12 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest buses will take 17 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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04366Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $37.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price | $185 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Madrid:
A bus is $120 (€98) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Madrid costing on average $171 (€140).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 20m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $185 (€151) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $134 (€109). The journey takes 9h 20m versus 7h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Gipsyy, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator 30 Direct Airport Shuttle | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $0.00 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:45 PM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 9h00 | 7:45 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 4:45 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 8h00 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 AM Bordeaux Mérignac Airport | 8h30 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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95929+ 04366 | 7:20 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 15h00 | 10:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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