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Cité de l'Océan
Leading museum on surfing culture and history, with boards, films and sea views that suit Biarritz’s strong surf identity.
Cheapest price on 20 Oct
£24
Average ticket price on 20 Oct
£26
Fastest journey on 20 Oct
6 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 20 Oct
7 h 5 m
Buses on 20 Oct
4
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Biarritz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Biarritz will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
On Tue 20 Oct, we found 4 buses from Madrid to Biarritz, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 384 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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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FlixBusBuses from Madrid to Biarritz run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 384 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 384 km |
Average bus duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Biarritz coaches for today, Monday 19 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 19:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h10 | 2:30 Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h45 | 2:30 Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h25 | 7:00 Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h01 | 7:00 Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque | 0 changesdirect | |
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Leading museum on surfing culture and history, with boards, films and sea views that suit Biarritz’s strong surf identity.
Interactive marine centre focused on the ocean, climate and aquatic life, with family-friendly exhibits and a dramatic cliff-top position.
Compact local history museum exploring Biarritz’s past from fishing village to fashionable seaside resort through objects and archives.
Elegant seafront promenade with grand hotels, beaches and classic views, ideal for a first walk and sunset over the Atlantic.
Broad sandy beach backed by cliffs and a lively promenade, popular for surf watching, walking and easy access to the coast.
Small fishing harbour area with whitewashed houses, boat sheds and a more local atmosphere close to the coast and town centre.
A Basque chicken stew with peppers, tomatoes and Espelette pepper. It is a regional staple linking Biarritz to nearby French Basque cooking.
Traditional Basque fish soup made with local catch, vegetables and often bread or rouille. It reflects the town’s long Atlantic fishing heritage.
Cured Bayonne ham from the Basque area, prized for its gentle saltiness and long maturation. Commonly served as an aperitif or starter.
Elegant seaside dining known for refined seafood and Basque-influenced cooking, with a polished atmosphere near the Grande Plage.
Traditional seafood venue at the fishing port, best known for fresh fish and shellfish with an unfussy, authentic harbour atmosphere.
Popular market-style spot for tapas, charcuterie and regional specialities. Casual, convivial and well suited to sampling Basque flavours.
Biarritz is pricier than many French beach towns, with higher hotel and dining costs in peak season, though local buses and casual eateries help keep daily spending reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
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Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque -> Centre-ville de Biarritz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Biarritz 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 Biarritz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Biarritz buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque station pair, with some services arriving at Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Biarritz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque is 2 km from Biarritz city centre. Public transport options include:
Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque.
Available at Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Biarritz, Gare Routière de l'aéroport Biarritz Pays Basque: Elevators, ramps.
Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque is 2 km from Biarritz city centre. Public transport options include:
Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque. ATMs are available at Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque.
Ticket office support is available at Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque.
Available at Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Biarritz, Aéroport de Biarritz Pays Basque: Wheelchair-accessible pathways available.
Biarritz, Halle Iraty is 2 km from Biarritz city centre. Public transport options include:
Biarritz, Halle Iraty has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Biarritz, Halle Iraty. ATMs are available at Biarritz, Halle Iraty.
Ticket office support is available at Biarritz, Halle Iraty.
Available at Biarritz, Halle Iraty: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Biarritz, Halle Iraty: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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