How to travel from Madrid to Dax

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Dax

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Dax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł162 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł162, while a flight costs an average of zł2758.

Distance: 265 miles (427 km)

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zł2758

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zł162

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zł429

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6h 11m

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4h 11m

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9h 32m

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9h 2m

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5h 43m

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1.3 - 2.6kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Dax is a bus with an average price of zł162.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Dax:

A bus is zł2595 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Dax costing on average zł2758.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Dax is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Dax take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Dax including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Dax among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 1h 32m sooner (4h 11m by flight vs 5h 43m by car). Tickets start at around zł2758 compared to roughly zł429 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Madrid to Dax

How to get from Madrid to Dax by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Madrid to Dax is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Iberia
    5:40 PM1h10
    Madrid
    6:50 PMDax
    4091One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Iberia
    5:40 PM1h10
    Madrid
    6:50 PMDax
    4091One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Iberia
    5:40 PM1h10
    Madrid
    6:50 PMDax
    4091One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Iberia
    5:30 AM1h10
    Madrid
    6:40 AMDax
    6161One-way
    0 transfers
  • Iberia
    6:40 PM1h10
    Madrid
    7:50 PMDax
    9991One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLM
    5:00 AM12h35
    Madrid
    5:35 PMDax
    13311One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Dax

Travel to Dax easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Dax.

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There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Dax including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Dax is a bus with an average price of zł162.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Dax:

A bus is zł2595 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Dax costing on average zł2758.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Dax is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Dax take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 32m.

The distance from Madrid to Dax is approximately 265 miles (427 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Dax is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Dax as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Dax:
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América and arrive in Dax, Gare Routière SNCF.
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Biarritz Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Dax, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar to go to Dax by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe Viajeros to go to Dax by train.
  • Travel with Iberia, Volotea, Air Nostrum to go to Dax by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Dax with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Iberia, Volotea, Air Nostrum.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Dax often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Bordeaux, Capbreton, Bayonne, Donostia-San Sebastian. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Dax and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Dax to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Dax allows you to explore the main attractions, enjoy the thermal spas, and experience the local culture.

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