- Must visit
Musée Calvet
Major fine arts museum in a grand mansion. Its collections span European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on Sep 13
$52
Average ticket price on Sep 13
$77
Fastest journey on Sep 13
8 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
9 h 41 m
Buses on Sep 13
8
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 $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
On Sun, Sep 13, we found 8 buses from Bordeaux to Avignon, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 13 the direct buses cover the 439 km distance in an average of 9 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Sun, Sep 13 the slowest buses will take 10 h 40 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 an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a flight costs an average of $247.
Distance: 272 miles (439 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $247 Average price | $188 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 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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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 $98 (€79) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Avignon costing on average $185 (€150).
A bus is $160 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Avignon costing on average $247 (€200).
Other travel options to Avignon take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 31m.
Bus takes on average 9h 31m.
Tickets start at around $87 (€71) compared to roughly $188 (€152) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $101 (€82). The journey takes 9h 31m 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
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, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Avignon buses for today, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h25 | 10:10 AM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 1 transfer | |
50489 · 58074 | 9:20 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h05 | 8:25 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 | |
| Sunday, September 13 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 10h40 | 2:50 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 1 transfer | |
50023 · 50845 | 5:05 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h15 | 2:20 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 10h10 | 6:55 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h40 | 11:40 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h30 | 12:10 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 6 times per day, taking around 9h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 272 miles (439 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 272 miles (439 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
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.
Major fine arts museum in a grand mansion. Its collections span European painting, sculpture, and decorative arts.
World-class collection of medieval sculptures, frescoes, and works from the papal era in a striking historic setting.
Art and heritage space in a private mansion, known for decorative interiors and temporary exhibitions with local character.
Main square below the papal palace, framed by historic facades and terraces. A natural base for sightseeing and events.
Landscaped hilltop garden beside the cathedral. It offers one of the best panoramic views over the Rhône and bridge.
Elegant central square with plane trees, theater, and carousel. It is ideal for people-watching and city-center orientation.
A rich Provençal fish stew from the nearby Mediterranean, scented with saffron and herbs. A classic regional dish often served with rouille and bread.
A traditional Provençal vegetable stew of eggplant, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, and herbs. It celebrates summer produce from the Rhône and Provence.
A garlicky emulsion of olive oil and garlic, sometimes with potato. Common in Provence with vegetables or fish and central to local Mediterranean cooking.
Michelin-starred dining inside La Mirande, known for refined Provençal cuisine, elegant historic rooms, and a special-occasion atmosphere near the Palais des Papes.
A casual bistro praised for generous French and Provençal cooking, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere popular with both locals and visitors.
A polished restaurant by chef Florent Pietravalle, serving creative seasonal tasting menus in a contemporary setting within Avignon's old center.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels cost more in peak season, but local transit is limited and walkable sights help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Boulevard Saint-Roch (Gare Routière) -> Avignon Centre, Place de l'Horloge
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Avignon by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Avignon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Avignon buses use the Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate to Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Avignon bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
Available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km), Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for convenient cash withdrawal.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes.
Available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) is 5 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont). ATMs are available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont).
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont).
Available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont): Bus stop accessible for wheelchairs.
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