The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bordeaux to Madrid
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bordeaux to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Madrid will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 19 buses that leave Bordeaux for Madrid every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 554 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
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.
17:507h30Bordeaux1:20Madrid£391One-way0 changes
95927+
043665:1017h03Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes22:13Madrid Chamartín£571One-way1 change
95929+
043667:2014h53Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes22:13Madrid Chamartín£631One-way1 change
FlixBus23:559h00Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate8:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£681One-way0 changes
23:5913h16Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes13:15Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur£731One-way0 changes
1:306h50Bordeaux8:20Madrid£831One-way0 changes
17:507h30Bordeaux1:20Madrid£391One-way0 changes
5:158h00Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean13:15Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking Express Salidas T2)£1711One-way0 changes
FlixBus23:558h15Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£821One-way0 changes
40035:158h30Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes13:45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1541One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 554 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £138 Average Price | £95 Average Price |
8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m 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.
Live departures
Bordeaux to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 11 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:15 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 10h45 | 6:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h00 | 6:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 8h15 | 6:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
3161 | 22:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h00 | 7:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 0:20 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h10 | 9:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h20 | 11:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 10h45 | 13:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 10h15 | 12:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
95927+ 04366 | 3:10 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 17h03 | 20:13 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
![]() | 3:15 Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 8h00 | 11:15 Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking Express Salidas T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
4003 | 3:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h30 | 11:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:15 Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 8h30 | 11:45 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
3163 | 4:05 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h05 | 13:10 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95929+ 04366 | 5:20 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 14h53 | 20:13 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Madrid
Buses from Bordeaux to Madrid run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 554 km distance in 8h 15m.
Distance 554 km |
Average bus duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 8h 15m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, 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, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Euroscoach By Cm Tours, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bordeaux to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Madrid by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- 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.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Madrid
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Le Jean (in the station)
- Bistro du Quai (0.2 km)
- Le Petit Mignon (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 45 Tram: C Train: TGV, TER
- 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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