- Must visit
Cité du Vin
Immersive museum dedicated to the cultures and history of wine, with multimedia exhibits and panoramic city views. One of Bordeaux’s most popular modern attractions.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 9 m
Buses per day
39
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bordeaux will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 39 buses that leave Madrid for Bordeaux on Fri, Jun 26, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 554 km distance in an average of 8 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 $23, and a flight costs an average of $36.
Distance: 344 miles (554 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
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$52 Average price Cheapest | $251 Average price | $136 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Madrid to Bordeaux:
A bus is $84 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Bordeaux costing on average $136 (€113).
A bus is $199 (€165) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Bordeaux costing on average $251 (€208).
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 31m.
Bus takes on average 8h 41m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€43) compared to roughly $136 (€113) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $85 (€70). The journey takes 8h 41m versus 6h 54m 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 Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Gipsyy, Internorte, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Renfe ALVIA | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 14h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:59AM | Duration 13h44 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 11h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:14AM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 12:59AM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 12:59AM | Duration 9h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 03:44AM | Duration 11h44 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 03:44AM | Duration 11h29 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 03:44AM | Duration 10h44 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 03:44AM | Duration 10h29 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:44AM | Duration 10h14 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 8h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 8h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 9h56 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Bordeaux buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04187+ 95930 | 7:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 13h35 | 8:55 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
04187+ 95926 | 7:20 AM Madrid Chamartín | 16h35 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 13h59 | 12:59 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 18h45 | 8:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h59 | 3:44 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h25 | 12:15 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 12h44 | 3:44 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 16h45 | 8:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h25 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
4004 | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h25 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h25 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h25 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h10 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h10 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h10 | 11:55 PM Bordeaux | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h30 | 3:25 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h20 | 2:00 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 5:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 10h44 | 3:44 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h29 | 3:44 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 10h14 | 3:44 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
3162 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h20 | 3:55 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h25 | 4:50 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h00 | 4:50 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h45 | 7:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
3160 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h45 | 7:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h45 | 7:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h25 | 9:00 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h05 | 9:00 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h15 | 7:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h15 | 7:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h20 | 9:55 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h44 | 8:29 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h44 | 8:29 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h30 | 8:29 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h30 | 8:29 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h56 | 9:55 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Bordeaux run on average 20 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 15 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 8h 0m.
Distance 344 miles (554 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Bordeaux — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bordeaux trip today.
Immersive museum dedicated to the cultures and history of wine, with multimedia exhibits and panoramic city views. One of Bordeaux’s most popular modern attractions.
Major history museum covering Bordeaux and the Aquitaine region from prehistory to the present, including notable collections on trade and local heritage.
Contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, known for large-scale installations and strong temporary exhibitions in a striking industrial setting.
The atmospheric old town quarter with narrow lanes, historic facades, and lively squares; ideal for wandering and soaking up Bordeaux’s heritage.
Riverside promenade along the Garonne, excellent for walking, cycling, and photographing the city’s UNESCO-listed waterfront architecture.
One of Europe’s largest city squares, used for events and admired for its scale, monuments, and convenient central location.
A classic Bordeaux steak dish, typically served with a rich red wine and shallot sauce made with local Bordeaux wine. It reflects the region’s strong wine and cattle traditions.
A historic local specialty of lamprey stewed in Bordeaux red wine with leeks and ham. It is one of the city’s most distinctive traditional dishes.
A small caramelized pastry with a soft custardy center, flavored with rum and vanilla. It is the city’s most iconic sweet treat.
A famous traditional Bordeaux restaurant known for hearty southwestern cooking, wood-fire preparations, and an old-world rustic atmosphere.
A historic fine-dining institution in Bordeaux, celebrated for elegant French cuisine, refined service, and a classic Belle Époque setting.
A well-known classic bistro in central Bordeaux serving traditional French and regional dishes in a lively, established brasserie atmosphere.
Moderate by French standards. Bakery lunches and wine bars can be good value, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is included by law in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is common.
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