There are 7 ways to get from Madrid to Bordeaux by plane, train, bus, 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.
Recommended option
Fly • 4h 30m
33€ - 274€
Cheapest option
Bus • 9h 55m
22€ - 35€
5 alternative options
Train, bus • 9h 17m
141€ - 199€
Bus via Aeropuerto T4 • 9h 40m
33€ - 59€
Train • 13h 26m
84€ - 135€
Rideshare • 7h 45m
30€ - 60€
Drive • 6h 44m
80€ - 120€
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux is to bus which costs 22€ - 35€ and takes 9h 55m.
The quickest way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux is to fly which costs 30€ - 280€ and takes 4h 30m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid - Avénida de America and arriving at Bordeaux City Centre. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 55m.
The distance between Madrid and Bordeaux is 554 km. The road distance is 687.3 km.
The best way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 17m and costs 140€ - 200€.
It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Madrid to Bordeaux, including transfers.
Madrid to Bordeaux bus services, operated by Ouibus, depart from Madrid - Avénida de America station.
The best way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs 30€ - 280€. Alternatively, you can bus via Aeropuerto T4, which costs 30€ - 60€ and takes 9h 40m, you could also train, which costs 80€ - 140€ and takes 13h 26m.
The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Bordeaux Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 20m.
Madrid to Bordeaux bus services, operated by Ouibus, arrive at Bordeaux City Centre station.
- Distance: 346.4 miles
- Duration: 4h 30m
What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Bordeaux, France?
Iberia and Volotea fly from Madrid to Bordeaux 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Madrid to Bordeaux twice daily. Tickets cost 30€ - 55€ and the journey takes 8h 10m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 550€
- Website
- volotea.com
Flights from Madrid to Bordeaux
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- 28€ - 250€
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. The 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 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
Contact Details
- Phone
- 902 320 320
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to San Sebastian/Donostia
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 51m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 60€ - 75€
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Chamartin to Pasajes
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 43m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 80€
- Website
- renfe.com
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.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Gare de Bayonne to Gare de Bordeaux-St-Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 53m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 15€ - 24€
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 15€ - 24€
- 1st Class
- 35€ - 60€
Train from Gare de Hendaye to Gare de Bordeaux-St-Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 41m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 17€ - 27€
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 17€ - 27€
- 1st Class
- 40€ - 70€
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Bayonne to Bordeaux St Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 47m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 37€ - 43€
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 37€ - 43€
- 1st Class
- 55€ - 70€
Train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 50€
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 40€ - 50€
- 1st Class
- 60€ - 80€
- Phone
- (+351) 253 267 730
- Website
- iberocoach.com
Bus from San sebastian to Bayonne
- Ave. Duration
- 39m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 80€
- Website
- iberocoach.com
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 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport, Madrid Airport to Bordeaux, Bordeaux Saint-Jean
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 30€ - 55€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Bus from Madrid - Avénida de America to Bordeaux City Centre
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 55m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 22€ - 35€
- Website
- Ouibus
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar.es
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
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Bordeaux is 687 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Madrid to Bordeaux.
Volotea and Iberia offer flights from Madrid Airport to Bordeaux Airport.
Book your Madrid to Bordeaux bus tickets online with Distribusion.
There are 1137+ hotels available in Bordeaux. Prices start at 64€ per night.
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Madrid and Bordeaux. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
The best way to get from Madrid to Madrid Airport is to train which takes 26m and costs 1€ - 3€.