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Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Bordeaux
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Coach from Madrid to Bordeaux: Journey Information
There are 10 intercity coaches per day from Madrid to Bordeaux. Travelling by coach from Madrid to Bordeaux usually takes around 9 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 8 hours.
- Distance
- 344 mi (554 km)
- Shortest duration
- 8h
- Cheapest price
- £21.64
- Trips per day
- 10
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Coach lines
- 3
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Madrid to Bordeaux Coach Timetable
There are several coach options that can take you from Madrid to Bordeaux:
- FlixBus: 10 daily coaches from £22
- Gipsyy: 2 daily coaches from £26
- Union Ivkoni: 1 daily coach from £42
How much is a coach ticket from Madrid to Bordeaux?
Coach tickets for a trip from Madrid to Bordeaux cost about £35 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £35 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Madrid to Bordeaux by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Madrid to Bordeaux in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £40 to £47. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 8 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Bordeaux this week, coach tickets are available starting at £40.
Average coach ticket prices from Madrid to Bordeaux by month
Taking the coach from Madrid to Bordeaux is usually cheapest in December, when the average ticket price is only £32. If you're planning to take the coach from Madrid to Bordeaux during August, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £77. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What coach companies travel from Madrid to Bordeaux?
There are 3 coach lines from Madrid to Bordeaux available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 10 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 10 | 9h 36m | £34.32 |
| Gipsyy | 2 | 8h 17m | £43.31 |
| Union Ivkoni | 1 | 12h 51m | £44.44 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 10 trips from Madrid to Bordeaux, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 36 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable coaches offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power sockets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trip per day on the route from Madrid to Bordeaux, and the trip usually takes 12 hours and 51 minutes to complete.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Madrid to Bordeaux
There are 10 scheduled coaches that travel from Madrid to Bordeaux every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Madrid to Bordeaux without transferring.
Trips per day
10
Direct trips
10
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 344 miles from Madrid to Bordeaux. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
344
Distance (km)
554
The first coach leaves at 10:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:59. To see the times for all coaches from Madrid to Bordeaux, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
10:00am
Latest coach
11:59pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Madrid to Bordeaux for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Wednesday
City Information
Bordeaux
Known for its world-famous wine, Bordeaux has much to offer oenophiles and other travellers alike. Take, for example, the Musée du Vin et du Négoce, which combines history exhibits and wine tasting. If you're just going for the wine, you can pick from numerous wine tours to châteaux and vineyards surrounding the city.
Travellers can find most of the city's non-alcoholic attractions along the elegant riverfront overlooking the Garonne River. For example, check out the Place de la Bourse, a historic square designed by the royal architect Jacques Gabriel in the 18th-century. Between the Place de la Bourse and the bustling Place des Quinconces, find the Grand Théâtre de Bordeaux, which features regal neoclassical architecture. The city also boasts many incredible museums, the most notable of which is the Musée des Beaux-Arts.
Getting to Bordeaux can often cost less than a bottle of wine, especially if you follow our itinerary of visiting ten french cities for cheap. FlixBus routes to Bordeaux include those from Paris, Toulouse, and Nice. TGV trains offer speedy rail service to other cities and towns in southern France.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Coaches to Bordeaux leave from 3 stations in Madrid.
All coach stations in Madrid:
- Central Bus Station
- Madrid Airport (T4)
- Central Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Bordeaux?
Main arrival station: Halte Routière Belcier
Coaches arrive in Bordeaux at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.
Coach stations in Bordeaux:
- Halte Routière Belcier
- Bordeaux MECA Terres De Borde
- Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres De Borde
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