The cheapest and fastest buses from Bordeaux to Madrid
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux 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 to Madrid will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 26 buses that leave Bordeaux for Madrid on Sun, Jan 25, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 25 the direct buses cover the 554 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sun, Jan 25 the slowest buses will take 8 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux 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 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 344 miles (554 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€58 Average price Cheapest | €233 Average price | €105 Average price |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Bordeaux to Madrid Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:13PM | Duration 17h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Live departures
Bordeaux to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, January 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:50 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 11h25 | 9:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h00 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 8h15 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 11:15 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 10h30 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:15 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:15 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h55 | 9:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h30 | 8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h00 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3161 | 11:45 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h00 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:20 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h10 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:45 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 10h15 | 12:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:45 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h44 | 11:29 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h40 | 12:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h40 | 12:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h20 | 12:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
95927+ 04366 | 4:10 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 17h03 | 9:13 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 8h30 | 12:45 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h30 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h00 | 12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 AM Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 8h00 | 12:15 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking Express Salidas T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
4003 | 4:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h30 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Madrid
Buses from Bordeaux to Madrid run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 344 miles (554 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 344 miles (554 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Bordeaux to MadridYou can travel by bus between Bordeaux to Madrid with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as $35 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Euroscoach By Cm Tours
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
FAQs: Bus from Bordeaux to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bordeaux, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes, Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate and Bordeaux, Quai de Paludate (Parkplatz). When arriving in Madrid, you can end your trip in bus stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes, which is located around 2.5 miles (4.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Prado Museum, a renowned art museum housing European masterpieces from the 12th to the early 20th century
- Royal Palace of Madrid, the official residence of the Spanish royal family with opulent architecture and historical artifacts
- Retiro Park, a large and popular park in the city center featuring sculptures, a lake, and the Crystal Palace
- Plaza Mayor, a grand square surrounded by historic buildings and a hub for cultural events and markets
- Gran Vía, a bustling street known for its shopping, theaters, and vibrant nightlife.
- Puerta del Sol, a bustling public square known for its iconic clock and vibrant atmosphere
- Mercado de San Miguel, a historic market offering a variety of gourmet foods and traditional Spanish delicacies
- Explore the vibrant nightlife in the Malasaña district, known for its eclectic bars and live music venues
- Attend a flamenco show to experience traditional Spanish dance and music
- Visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home to Real Madrid, for a tour or to catch a football match.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bordeaux to Madrid
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10 Train: TER, TGV
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km)
- Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 11 Tram: C
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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