- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Bordeaux
Leading Bordeaux museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts housed in two elegant city buildings.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€29
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€57
Fastest journey on Sep 18
12 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
13 h 8 m
Buses on Sep 18
19
Distance
699 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Metz to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Bordeaux will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
It's difficult to get from Metz to Bordeaux without transferring at least once.
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30483 · 3161
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metz to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €84 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €84, while a flight costs an average of €485.
Distance: 434 miles (699 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€84 Average price Cheapest | €162 Average price | €485 Average price | €246 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg 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 Metz to Bordeaux:
A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Bordeaux costing on average €162.
A bus is €401 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Bordeaux costing on average €485.
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 38m.
Bus takes on average 12h 40m.
Tickets start at around €84 compared to roughly €246 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €162. The journey takes 12h 40m versus 8h 46m 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 Alsa.
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 01:55AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:14PM | Duration 12h59 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:14PM | Duration 12h59 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 09:14PM | Duration 12h59 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:29AM | Duration 13h49 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €40 |
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Bordeaux buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 8:15 AM Metz, Gare routière | 12h59 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
4861 | 8:15 AM Metz, Gare routière | 12h59 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 AM Metz, Gare routière | 12h59 | 9:14 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 AM Metz, Gare routière | 15h10 | 11:45 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Metz, Gare routière | 13h40 | 12:15 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
30483 · 3161 | 11:00 AM Metz, Gare routière | 13h40 | 12:40 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Metz, Gare routière | 16h55 | 8:15 AM Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Metz, Gare routière | 12h30 | 3:50 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
30485 · 95927 | 4:40 PM Metz, Gare routière | 12h20 | 5:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 17h25 | 3:55 PM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 15h45 | 2:15 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Metz, Gare routière | 18h05 | 5:15 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Metz, Gare routière | 17h50 | 5:00 PM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 14h15 | 4:10 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 14h45 | 4:40 PM Pessac, Avenue Eugène et Marc Dulout (Pessac Centre) | 1 transfer | |
51094 · 8501 | 1:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 16h15 | 6:10 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 AM Metz, Gare routière | 14h20 | 5:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Metz, Gare routière | 16h50 | 9:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Metz to Bordeaux run on average 18 times per day, taking around 12h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 434 miles (699 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 434 miles (699 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Bordeaux — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bordeaux trip today.
Leading Bordeaux museum with major European paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts housed in two elegant city buildings.
Immersive wine culture museum with multimedia exhibits, tastings, and panoramic views. A modern Bordeaux signature attraction.
Digital arts center in a former submarine base, known for monumental immersive exhibitions in an unusual industrial monument.
Elegant pedestrian shopping street linking major squares, lined with grand facades and ideal for strolling through central Bordeaux.
Beautiful riverside promenade for walking and cycling, with open views of the Garonne and easy access to major landmarks.
Lively historic district with medieval streets, bars, small shops, and a youthful atmosphere near Place de la Victoire.
A rich Bordeaux beef stew braised in local red wine with onions, herbs, and often bacon. It is a classic dish tied to the region's famous vineyards.
Fresh Arcachon Bay oysters, often served simply with lemon or shallot vinegar. They are a regional staple prized for their clean Atlantic flavor.
A flaky pastry rolled around vanilla custard, baked until caramelized. It is Bordeaux's signature sweet, created by local pastry tradition.
Popular modern bistro celebrated for seasonal plates and creative French cooking in a lively, relaxed setting near the historic center.
Refined Michelin-starred dining by Pierre Gagnaire at La Grande Maison, offering polished French cuisine and an upscale chateau atmosphere.
Historic brasserie in central Bordeaux known for seafood platters, oysters, and classic French dishes in an elegant Belle Époque setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are below Paris, while trams and many casual meals remain fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Rue des Terres de Bordes -> Place de la Bourse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metz to Bordeaux 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 Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Metz to Bordeaux buses use the Metz, Gare routière to Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate station pair, with some services arriving at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes. Use this guide to compare Metz and Bordeaux bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Metz, Gare routière is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz, Gare routière 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), Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km), La Table de Pol (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Metz, Gare routière.
Available at Metz, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz, Gare routière: Elevators, ramps.
Metz, L'anphitheatre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several local eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Metz, L'anphitheatre. ATMs are available at Metz, L'anphitheatre.
Ticket office support is available at Metz, L'anphitheatre.
Available at Metz, L'anphitheatre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz, L'anphitheatre: Station is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
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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