What is the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala?

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala is to bus which costs €30 - €95 and takes 9h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala?

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and l'Escala?

No, there is no direct bus from Bordeaux to l'Escala. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux and arriving at L'Escala Pobla Sec via Girona, Estació d'Autobusos. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to l'Escala?

The distance between Bordeaux and l'Escala is 605 km. The road distance is 525.9 km.

How do I travel from Bordeaux to l'Escala without a car?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala without a car is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs €40 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala?

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to l'Escala bus from?

Bordeaux to l'Escala bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bordeaux station.

Train or bus from Bordeaux to l'Escala?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs €40 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €95 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Bordeaux to l'Escala bus arrive?

Bordeaux to l'Escala bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Girona station.

Can I drive from Bordeaux to l'Escala?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to l'Escala is 526 km. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Bordeaux to l'Escala.

Where can I stay near l'Escala?

There are 4876+ hotels available in l'Escala.

Bordeaux to l'Escala - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bordeaux to l'Escala by train (TGV, Renfe), bus, car, or train (TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to NarbonneIntercités
2. Take the train from Narbonne to GironaTgv
8h 12m
€40–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux to GironaFlixBus 1631
2. Take the bus from Girona, Estació d'Autobusos to L'Escala Pobla Sec11
9h 48m
€33–92
Drive 525.9 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to l'Escala525.9 km
4h 53m
€83–120
Train via Toulouse
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Toulouse MatabiauIntercités / ...
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Port-BouTer
9h 55m
€60–109
Bus via Perpignan
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Perpignan - Bus Station
2. Take the bus from PERPIGNAN, Gare Routiere, Bd Saint-Assiscle, k/SNCF to Girona, Estació d'Autobusos
3. Take the bus from Girona, Estació d'Autobusos to L'Escala Pobla Sec11
10h 13m
€41–109

Bordeaux to l'Escala by train and bus

29Weekly Services

8h 12mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 604.7 km
Duration: 8h 12m

What companies run services between Bordeaux, France and l'Escala, Catalonia, Spain?

You can take a train from Bordeaux St Jean to L'Escala Pobla Sec via Narbonne, Girona, Flaçà, and Flaça in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bordeaux to L'Escala Pobla Sec via Girona and Girona, Estació d'Autobusos in around 9h 48m.

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