There are 7 ways to get from Madrid to Bordeaux by plane, bus, train, rideshare or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Bus via Aeropuerto T4
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Take the bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bordeaux Saint-Jean
Train via Narbonne
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Take the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Narbonne
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Take the train from Narbonne to Bordeaux St Jean
Train
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Take the train from Madrid-Principe Pio to Pasajes
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Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jean
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Madrid to Bordeaux
Drive
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Drive from Madrid to Bordeaux
Madrid to Bordeaux by bus
The bus journey time between Madrid and Bordeaux is around 8h 44m and covers a distance of around 696 km. This includes an average layover time of around 10 min. The fastest bus normally takes 8h 38m. Operated by Empresa Municipal de Transportes and FlixBus, the Madrid to Bordeaux bus service departs from Cibeles and arrives in Bordeaux Saint-Jean. Typically seven buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Average bus journey times
Bus route information
First and last buses
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Madrid to Bordeaux bus schedules
Departing Friday, October 22, 2021
Departing Saturday, October 23, 2021
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Departing Thursday, October 28, 2021
Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux is to bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 12h 30m.
The quickest way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux is to fly which costs €28 - €120 and takes 4h 21m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur and arriving at Bordeaux Quai de Paludate. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.
No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arriving at Bordeaux St Jean via Narbonne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.
The distance between Madrid and Bordeaux is 554 km. The road distance is 683.7 km.
The best way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux without a car is to bus via Aeropuerto T4 which takes 9h 37m and costs €30 - €45.
It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Madrid to Bordeaux, including transfers.
Madrid to Bordeaux bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur station.
Madrid to Bordeaux train services, operated by Renfe SNCF, depart from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha station.
The best way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs €28 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus via Aeropuerto T4, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 9h 37m, you could also train via Narbonne, which costs €110 - €200 and takes 9h 40m.
- Distance: 554.2 km
- Duration: 4h 21m
What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Bordeaux, France?
Ryanair, Iberia and Volotea fly from Madrid to Bordeaux twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bordeaux Saint-Jean 5 times a week. Tickets cost €30 - €40 and the journey takes 7h 55m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 23m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €210
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Sunday
- Estimated price
- €21 - €130
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from Madrid to Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €20 - €110
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Narbonne
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €70 - €100
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Narbonne to Bordeaux St Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €45 - €95
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €70
- Rail 1st Class
- €60 - €95
Train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 37m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €28 - €60
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- €28 - €40
- Rail 1st Class
- €40 - €60
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Principe Pio to Pasajes
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €50
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 37m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €55
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €45 - €55
- 1st Class
- €45 - €55
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Bordeaux Saint-Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 55m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €40
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur to Bordeaux Quai de Paludate
- Ave. Duration
- 12h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €23 - €35
- Website
- Union Ivkoni
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Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Madrid to Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €60
- Book at
- blablacar.es
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Bordeaux Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.
Madrid to Bordeaux bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Bordeaux Quai de Paludate station.
Madrid to Bordeaux train services, operated by SNCF, arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Bordeaux is 684 km. It takes approximately 6h 33m to drive from Madrid to Bordeaux.
Ryanair, Volotea and Iberia offer flights from Madrid Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
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Book your Madrid to Bordeaux bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.
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