The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bordeaux to Madrid
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Buses per day
26
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 £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £30.
Of the 26 buses that leave Bordeaux for Madrid every day 15 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 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
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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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 1h 54m. 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 |
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£53 Average Price Cheapest | £213 Average Price | £96 Average Price |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m 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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Live departures
Bordeaux to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 10 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 21:50 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 11h25 | 09:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 30h35 | 05:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h00 | 08:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 8h15 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 10:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h55 | 09:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal | 23:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h30 | 08:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h00 | 08:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
3161 | 23:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h00 | 08:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 01:20 Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 9h10 | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 01:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 10h15 | 12:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 01:45 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h44 | 11:29 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 03:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 03:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h40 | 12:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 03:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 9h40 | 12:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 03:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 03:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 03:00 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 11h15 | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
95927+ 04366 | 04:10 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 17h03 | 21:13 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
![]() | 04:15 Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 8h30 | 12:45 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 04:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h30 | 12:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 04:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h00 | 12:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:15 Bordeaux, Gare Saint Jean | 8h00 | 12:15 Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking Express Salidas T2) | 0 changesdirect | |
4003 | 04:15 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 8h30 | 12:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 20:30 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h15 | 09:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 20:30 Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 14h00 | 10:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bordeaux to Madrid
Buses from Bordeaux to Madrid run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 554 km distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 554 km |
Average bus duration 9h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, FlixBus, Ourbus, 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, Ourbus, 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.

When departing from Bordeaux, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes, Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate and Bordeaux, Quai de Paludate (Parkplatz). When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes, which is located around 2.5 miles (4.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bordeaux and Madrid
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- 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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