Travelling from Bordeaux to Madrid by train

Want to know how to get from Bordeaux to Madrid by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bordeaux to Madrid take around 9 hours and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 554 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bordeaux is scheduled to depart at around  06:10. The last departure is usually at around 22:05 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bordeaux at around 06:10, with the last train leaving at around 21:02. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 37 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$86.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Madrid, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Madrid.

Is there a direct train from Bordeaux to Madrid?

The journey between Bordeaux and Madrid usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bordeaux to Madrid every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Bordeaux to Madrid?

The Bordeaux to Madrid train travel takes about 9 hours and 11 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bordeaux to Madrid train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Madrid leaving Bordeaux at around 06:10 and the last train leaving at around 22:05 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bordeaux at around 06:10, with the final departure at 21:02.