How to get from Bordeaux to Madrid
- 554 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 30m
- 14 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 25m
direct
Flight
€369
Cheapest
8h
direct
Bus
€32
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 8 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bordeaux to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 30m, 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 October 8, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
554 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €274Checked Oct 8 | 1h 30mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €23Omio catalogue, Oct 9 | 8hdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€274Checked Oct 81h 30m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€23Omio catalogue, Oct 98h · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bordeaux to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bordeaux–Mérignac → Madrid–Barajasflight
Volotea·1h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
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.
Departures from Bordeaux to Madrid
FlixBus runs 14 scheduled departures a day, the first at 02:20 and the last at 23:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 14 | 02:20 | 23:55 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 3 | 02:45 | 08:05 |
All departuresFlixBus
- 02:20
- 02:40
- 03:40
- 03:45
- 04:00
- 04:40
- 04:45
- 20:05
- 21:05
- 21:55
- 22:05
- 22:50
- 22:55
- 23:55
All departuresBlaBlaCar Bus
- 02:45
- 06:45
- 08:05
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€23Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Oct 9
Operators seen on these journeys
VoloteaBordeaux–Mérignac-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
BlaBlaCar BusBordeaux-Madrid BarajasBook →
IberiaBordeaux–Mérignac-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Volotea, BlaBlaCar Bus, Iberia; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bordeaux to Madrid works
Start with a Volotea flight from Bordeaux to Madrid, about 1h 30m. In total it's roughly €274 over 1h 30m, direct, no transfers.
Bordeaux to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bordeaux to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 30m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Bordeaux to Madrid?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 02:20 and the last at 23:55, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Bordeaux to Madrid?
14 a day with FlixBus, between 02:20 and 23:55.
How far is Madrid from Bordeaux?
About 554 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bordeaux to Madrid cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €274. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Bordeaux to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 30m.
How long is the flight from Bordeaux to Madrid?
About 1h 30m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bordeaux and Madrid?
Bordeaux is BOD and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written BOD to MAD.
Which operators run Bordeaux to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Volotea, BlaBlaCar Bus, Iberia.
Can you get from Bordeaux to Madrid without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 7h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Madrid?
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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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Volotea
Route calculated: 8 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 8 Oct 2026