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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
10 h 17 m
Average duration
13 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Bordeaux is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bordeaux will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
To travel from Madrid to Bordeaux you need to make at least 2 changes.
7:2010h17Madrid17:37Bordeaux£991One-way2 changes- 17:3716h03Madrid9:40Bordeaux£1041One-way2 changes
- 7:2010h17Madrid17:37Bordeaux£991One-way2 changes
- 17:3716h03Madrid9:40Bordeaux£1041One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Bordeaux
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Bordeaux among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 59m. 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 £17, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 554 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£101 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £186 Average Price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Bordeaux train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Bordeaux trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:37 Madrid | 18h31 | 12:08 Bordeaux | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 11 July | |||||
| 7:20 Madrid | 10h17 | 17:37 Bordeaux | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Bordeaux
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Trains from Madrid to Bordeaux run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 15:45. The fastest train covers the 554 km distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 554 km |
Average train duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 25m |
First train 1:00 |
Last train 15:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: SNCF | Intercités, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Bordeaux trainsSNCF | Intercités, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Bordeaux from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Madrid to Bordeaux train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Bordeaux by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bordeaux, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Bordeaux
Most Madrid to Bordeaux trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Bordeaux Saint-Jean station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Bordeaux train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains to Bordeaux leave from?
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Which Bordeaux station do trains from Madrid arrive at?
Getting to Bordeaux Saint-Jean from Bordeaux city centre
Bordeaux Saint-Jean is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station facilities and services
Bordeaux Saint-Jean has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Baillardran, Starbucks, Café Ritazza, Le Grand Comptoir, Metsens, PAUL, Factory & Co, Brioche Dorée, Costa Coffee, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings. ATMs are aTM machine is in Hall 3 forecourt.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00. Information desks are open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux Saint-Jean: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Regina, Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean, Hotel La Zoologie.
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