How much is the bus ticket from Bordeaux to Madrid?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bordeaux to Madrid start at R 465. The average price for this route is around R 1 316. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Bordeaux to Madrid?

The average bus journey time from Bordeaux to Madrid is 9h, covering a distance of 542 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 30m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Bordeaux to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from ALSA , FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , Union Ivkoni , INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bordeaux to Madrid?

The earliest bus departs from Bordeaux to Madrid at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bordeaux to Madrid?

A bus trip from Bordeaux to Madrid produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Bordeaux to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60942 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bordeaux to Madrid?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bordeaux to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bordeaux to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bordeaux to Madrid from R 482 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:55	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	9h	08:55	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	23:55	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	8h 15m	08:10	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	21:15	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	10h 45m	08:00	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	22:50	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	11h 25m	10:15	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	9h	09:05	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Bordeaux	8h	13:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	9h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux	8h 30m	09:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	8h 15m	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	9h	09:05	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	8h 15m	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	9h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux	8h 30m	09:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	02:20	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	9h 10m	11:30	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	9h	09:05	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Bordeaux	8h	13:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	9h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux	8h 30m	09:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	8h 15m	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:00	Bordeaux	9h 40m	13:40	Avenida de América	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Bordeaux	8h	13:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	9h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux	8h 30m	09:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	8h 15m	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:00	Bordeaux	9h 40m	13:40	Avenida de América	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Bordeaux	8h	13:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	9h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux	8h 30m	09:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	23:59	Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres de Borde	13h 16m	13:15	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:00	Bordeaux	9h 40m	13:40	Avenida de América	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Bordeaux	8h	13:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	9h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux	8h 30m	09:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	8h 15m	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Bordeaux to Madrid on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:20	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	9h 10m	11:30	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	05:15	Bordeaux	8h	13:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier	9h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	00:45	Bordeaux	8h 30m	09:15	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	00:05	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	8h 15m	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bordeaux to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 610, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

7h 30mAverage duration

555 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 465 - R 4 248	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 610 - R 1 783	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bordeaux and Madrid?

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.

Stops in Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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B
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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C
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/561 035 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

According to 38 reviews, ALSA received a 3.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 391

ALSA Bordeaux Madrid recent customer reviews

Happy with bus but fellow travellers lacked courtesy. Much use of loud devices without ear phones

Amelia J.

3 February 2018

The busses should have a bathroom for long distance trips.

Greca S.

18 July 2022

The bus is very late and the driver ists a stupid men

Firmino M.

13 October 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 823 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 317 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 966 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

Based on 1966 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 R 474

Union Ivkoni Bordeaux Madrid recent customer reviews

Damaged bus with broken seats, dirty, no WiFi nor electricity, the staff only spoke Bulgarian, would not inform in English about the pauses and their duration, and was very unfriendly.

Philippe B.

18 December 2019

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/564 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bordeaux to Madrid by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bordeaux to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bordeaux to Madrid start at R 465. The average price for this route is around R 1 316. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bordeaux to Madrid?
The average bus journey time from Bordeaux to Madrid is 9h, covering a distance of 542 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 30m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Bordeaux to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bordeaux to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Bordeaux to Madrid at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bordeaux to Madrid?
A bus trip from Bordeaux to Madrid produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bordeaux to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60942 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bordeaux to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bordeaux to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bordeaux to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/12

R 1 355

29/12

R 903

Today

R 544

31/12

R 493

The cheapest trip from Bordeaux to Madrid was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 493

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

You can expect to pay from R 493 to R 2 757 for a bus ticket from Bordeaux to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 493, which is on 2025-12-31.