- Must visit
Cité du Vin
A major immersive museum dedicated to wine cultures worldwide, known for its striking architecture and interactive exhibits.
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
14 h
Average duration
16 h 26 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Bordeaux will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 16 buses that leave Milan for Bordeaux on Thu, May 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 21 the direct buses cover the 769 km distance in an average of 16 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h .
On Thu, May 21 the slowest buses will take 18 h 5 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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51065 · 5616Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a train costs an average of $144.
Distance: 477 miles (769 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $286 Average price | $427 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 44m Average total duration 16h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 37m Average total duration 13h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg 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 Milan to Bordeaux:
A bus is $100 (€81) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Bordeaux costing on average $178 (€144).
A bus is $207 (€168) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Bordeaux costing on average $286 (€231).
Other travel options to Bordeaux take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 7m.
Bus takes on average 16h 14m.
Tickets start at around $78 (€63) compared to roughly $427 (€345) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $348 (€281). The journey takes 16h 14m versus 10h 27m 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, Union Ivkoni International.
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 03:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 19h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Bordeaux buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 17h40 | 11:25 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 21h20 | 4:35 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 21h00 | 4:35 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 22h30 | 7:45 AM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 19h35 | 5:55 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 22h25 | 8:45 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
1726 · 4750 | 10:30 AM Orio al Serio, Milan Bergamo Airport (Bus station) | 19h30 | 6:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 20h45 | 8:45 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 22h30 | 1:10 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h00 | 8:45 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
4750 | 4:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h00 | 6:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
51065 · 5616 | 5:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 18h05 | 11:05 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 22h40 | 3:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 20h55 | 3:55 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 19h55 | 5:10 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 1 transfer | |
4768 | 11:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 14h25 | 2:00 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Milan to Bordeaux run on average 15 times per day, taking around 16h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 477 miles (769 km) distance in 13h 25m.
Distance 477 miles (769 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 13h 25m |
First bus 12:10 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.
A major immersive museum dedicated to wine cultures worldwide, known for its striking architecture and interactive exhibits.
The city's leading history museum, covering Bordeaux from prehistory to the modern era, including trade and heritage collections.
A prominent contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, featuring large-scale installations and changing international exhibitions.
The historic heart of Bordeaux, filled with narrow streets, lively squares, and classic architecture ideal for wandering.
The long riverfront promenades are ideal for walking, cycling, and enjoying classic views over the Garonne.
One of Europe's largest city squares, used for events and admired for scale, monuments, and river proximity.
A small Bordeaux pastry with a caramelized dark crust and a soft custardy center, flavored with vanilla and rum. It is the city’s most iconic sweet specialty.
Beef steak served with a rich Bordeaux wine and shallot sauce, often linked to the region’s wine culture and classic southwest French cooking.
A traditional regional dish of lamprey stewed in red wine with leeks and ham. It is an old Gironde specialty closely tied to Bordeaux cuisine.
Historic fine-dining restaurant in central Bordeaux, known for elegant French cuisine, polished service, and a landmark dining room.
A celebrated traditional restaurant specializing in southwest French cooking, grilled meats, and rustic regional dishes in a warm old-Bordeaux setting.
A well-known casual seafood restaurant popular for oysters, fish, shellfish, and a lively brasserie atmosphere near the historic center.
Moderate by French standards: wine bars and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated, not required. Small change for cafés and taxis is common.
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