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Musée du Petit Palais
Art museum in a former cardinal's palace, known for its collection of Italian primitives and medieval sculpture near the Palais des Papes.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Avignon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Avignon will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bordeaux for Avignon on Wed, Jun 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 439 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 12 h 30 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Avignon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a train costs an average of $39.
Distance: 272 miles (439 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price | $79 Average price | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Avignon:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Avignon costing on average $79 (€64).
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Avignon costing on average $85 (€69).
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 31m.
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $186 (€152) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $119 (€97). The journey takes 7h 45m versus 5h 42m 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 BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 03:44PM | Duration 19h04 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Avignon buses for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 14h30 | 8:40 AM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h30 | 11:10 AM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bordeaux to Avignon run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 272 miles (439 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Avignon — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Avignon trip today.
Art museum in a former cardinal's palace, known for its collection of Italian primitives and medieval sculpture near the Palais des Papes.
The city's main fine arts and archaeology museum, with paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and antiquities in an elegant 18th-century mansion.
Major contemporary art museum featuring rotating exhibitions and works from the Lambert collection in restored historic buildings.
Grand square in front of the Palais des Papes, ideal for taking in the monumental setting and street life.
Shaded hilltop gardens with scenic overlooks, ponds, and one of the best walking spots inside central Avignon.
One of Avignon's most atmospheric streets, lined with old water wheels, stone buildings, and a lively creative vibe.
A traditional Provençal beef stew slowly braised in red wine, herbs, garlic, and olives. It is a classic around Avignon and showcases the robust flavors of inland Provence.
A famous Provençal vegetable stew of eggplant, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, onions, and olive oil. It is closely associated with the region and is a staple of summer cooking.
A baked dish of layered seasonal vegetables, often with herbs and olive oil. In Avignon and wider Provence, it is prized for simple, rustic Mediterranean flavors.
A well-known contemporary French restaurant appreciated for creative tasting menus, careful presentation, and a calm intimate dining room.
A respected Avignon restaurant offering modern French cooking with regional ingredients in a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
A long-established favorite in Avignon serving refined French and Provençal dishes in a warm, classic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Prices are moderate for France. Cafes and casual dining are reasonable, while hotels and festival periods cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 in cafes is appreciated; 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares.
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