What is the travel distance from Caen to Bordeaux?

The distance between the two cities is 301 miles (485 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Caen to Bordeaux?

The majority of buses traveling from Caen to Bordeaux start their journey at Gare routière de Caen - Quai K and wind up at Gare Saint-Jean. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bordeaux?

Once in Bordeaux, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are St. Andre Cathedral, Port of the Moon, AviaSim Bordeaux, Grosse Cloche de Bordeaux and Place de la Bourse and the Water Mirror.

Bus Caen to Bordeaux from $46 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Caen to Bordeaux on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15pm	Caen	11h 55m	2:10am	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Caen	17h 5m	8:15am	Bordeaux (Pessac)	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Caen	12h 20m	3:30am	Bordeaux (Floirac Dravemont)	No tags
Bus	3:50pm	Caen	10h 40m	2:30am	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags
Bus	3:10pm	Caen	11h	2:10am	Bordeaux Saint-Jean (Paludate)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Caen to Bordeaux

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bordeaux. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day

5h 50mAverage Duration

301 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $191	Average Duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$47 - $73	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Caen and Bordeaux?

Stops in Caen

A
Gare routière de Caen - Quai K
58 Place de la gare , 14000 Caen , France
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B
Arrêt D'autobus Place de la Gare
58 Place de la Gare, 14000 Caen, France
C
Ouistreham - Terminal Brittany Ferries
Ouistreham, 14150 Ouistreham, France

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.

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BlaBlaCar Bus

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Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

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FlixBus

3.5/511,411 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Caen to Bordeaux by bus

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The cheapest trip from Caen to Bordeaux was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $59

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

You can expect to pay from $59 to $91 for a bus ticket from Caen to Bordeaux based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $59 which is on 2025-11-28.