What's the distance between Madrid and Bordeaux by coach?

The distance between Madrid and Bordeaux by coach is approximately 344 miles (555 km).

What is the best way to go from Madrid to Bordeaux without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Madrid to Bordeaux from £25 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 25 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	9h 25m	00:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	15:45	Madrid (South)	11h 40m	03:25	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	22:30	Estación Sur	8h 45m	07:15	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	9h 25m	00:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Madrid (South)	9h 20m	02:00	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	9h 25m	00:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Madrid (South)	9h 20m	02:00	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	10:00	Estación Sur	12h 30m	22:30	Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres de Borde	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:40	Madrid (South)	9h 20m	02:00	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	9h 25m	00:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Estación Sur	12h 30m	22:30	Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres de Borde	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	9h 25m	00:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:30	Estación Sur	8h 45m	07:15	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	9h 25m	00:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Bordeaux on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Estación Sur	11h	21:00	Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres de Borde	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	8h	04:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	Fastest
Bus	18:35	Estación Sur	9h 20m	03:55	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	No tags
Bus	15:30	Estación Sur	8h 25m	23:55	Bordeaux	No tags
Bus	14:50	Madrid (South)	9h 25m	00:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid to Bordeaux

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bordeaux. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

7h 30mAverage duration

344 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£22 - £224	Average duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£25 - £64	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Bordeaux?

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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B
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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C
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Stops in Bordeaux

A
Gare Saint-Jean
33 Rue Charles Domercq, 33800 Bordeaux, France
B
Arrêt D'autobus Bordeaux
138 Rue des Terres de Borde, 33800 Bordeaux, France
C
Gare SNCF de Bordeaux - Parking Descas
Gare Routière De Bordeaux, Parking Descas, 33800 Bordeaux, France
D
137 Rue des Terres de Borde
137 Rue des Terres de Borde, 33800 Bordeaux, France
E
Gare St-Jean
32, rue Charles Domercq, Bordeaux, France
F
Quai de Paludate
Bordeaux Quai de Paludate, Quai de Paludate 18, 33800, Bordeaux, The stop is located near hotel Ibis.

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,825 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

FlixBus

3.5/511,440 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,159 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

According to 16 reviews, BlaBlaCar Bus received a 4.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the temperature, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at £28

BlaBlaCar Bus Madrid Bordeaux recent customer reviews

There was enough leg room for me to sit back and enjoy the journey. The bus seemed to be new as well.

Chathura R.

10 October 2024

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

Based on 1946 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at £22

Union Ivkoni Madrid Bordeaux recent customer reviews

This service was horrific. The worst drivers of all time. Will warn everyone I know not to use this service EVER.

Laura D.

26 August 2019

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

FR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to Bordeaux

What's the distance between Madrid and Bordeaux by coach?
The distance between Madrid and Bordeaux by coach is approximately 344 miles (555 km).
What is the best way to go from Madrid to Bordeaux without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

23/11

£56

24/11

£37

Today

£36

26/11

£29

27/11

£28

28/11

£26

29/11

£27

30/11

£25

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Bordeaux was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Bordeaux as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £25 to £129 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Bordeaux based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £25, which is on 2025-11-30.

Usually ALSA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.