How to get from Madrid to Bordeaux
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Bordeaux. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 25m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 554 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
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| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €29Checked Sep 8 | 1h 25mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €52Reading date not recorded | 10h 10m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €53Reading date not recorded | 13h 34m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€29Checked Sep 81h 25m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€52Reading date not recorded10h 10m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€53Reading date not recorded13h 34m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Bordeaux: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid–Barajas → Bordeaux–Mérignacflight
Volotea·1h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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Flight prices by day, Madrid to Bordeaux
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
October 2026
€34Departures from Madrid to Bordeaux
FlixBus runs 17 scheduled departures a day, the first at 14:50 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 17 | 14:50 | 23:59 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 3 | 00:30 | 20:35 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 7h 40m€31Book
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Operators seen on these journeys
VoloteaMadrid–Barajas-Bordeaux–MérignacSee live options and dates →
RenfeMadrid-BilbaoBook →
FlixBusBilbao-BordeauxBook →
BlaBlaCar BusBilbao-BordeauxBook →On this route you travel with Volotea, Renfe, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Bordeaux works
Start with a Volotea flight from Madrid to Bordeaux, about 1h 25m. In total it's roughly €29 over 1h 25m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Bordeaux: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Bordeaux?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 25m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Bordeaux from Madrid?
About 554 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Bordeaux cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €29 to €44. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Madrid to Bordeaux?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 25m.
How long is the flight from Madrid to Bordeaux?
About 1h 25m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Madrid and Bordeaux?
Madrid is MAD and Bordeaux is BOD, so this route is usually written MAD to BOD.
Which operators run Madrid to Bordeaux?
On this route you travel with Volotea, Renfe, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Madrid to Bordeaux without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 7h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Bordeaux?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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