The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Bordeaux
Cheapest price
£132
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
11 h 48 m
Average duration
11 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
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 £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
Of the 1 trains that leave Madrid for Bordeaux every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 554 km distance in an average of 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 48 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.


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 £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. 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 £24, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 554 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£144 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £233 Average Price |
9h 2m Average total duration 8h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:02 Madrid | 11h48 | 19:50 Bordeaux | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Bordeaux
Trains from Madrid to Bordeaux run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £99 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 15:45. The fastest train covers the 554 km distance in 11h 48m.
Distance 554 km |
Average train duration 8h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £99 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 11h 48m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 15:45 |
Train companies: SNCF Intercités, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Bordeaux trainsSNCF Intercités, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Bordeaux from £24. 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
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available everywhere in the station and its surroundings.
- There are automatic luggage lockers located in Hall 2, Level 0 near the toilets.
- Baillardran
- Starbucks
- Café Ritazza
- Le Grand Comptoir
- Metsens
- PAUL
- Factory & Co
- Brioche Dorée
- Costa Coffee
- McDonald's
- Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
- Hotel Regina
- Best Western Plus Gare Saint Jean
- Hotel La Zoologie
- Mon - Sun: 09:00 - 19:00
- Open daily from 09:00 to 18:00, located in the Sales area of Hall 1 on Level 0.
- Tram lines: C
- Bus lines: 1, 9, 10, 11, Aéroport Navette
- Train lines: TGV, Intercités, TER 6P, TER 16, TER 17, TER 24, TER 26, TER 32, TER 33, TER 40, TER 47, TER 61
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