There are 3 ways to get from Bordeaux to Burgos by bus, train or car
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Bordeaux to Burgos by bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Burgos is to bus which costs €21 - €55 and takes 6h 15m.
The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Burgos is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs €75 - €110.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bordeaux Saint-Jean and arriving at Burgos. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.
No, there is no direct train from Bordeaux to Burgos. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux St Jean and arriving at Burgos Rosa De Lima via Hendaia and Irun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.
The distance between Bordeaux and Burgos is 455 km. The road distance is 446.9 km.
The best way to get from Bordeaux to Burgos without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs €21 - €55.
The bus from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Burgos takes 6h 15m including transfers and departs three times a day.
Bordeaux to Burgos bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station.
Bordeaux to Burgos train services, operated by SNCF, depart from Bordeaux St Jean station.
The best way to get from Bordeaux to Burgos is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs €21 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €130 and takes 8h 9m.
- Distance: 454.7 km
- Duration: 6h 15m
What companies run services between Bordeaux, France and Burgos, Spain?
FlixBus operates a bus from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Burgos twice daily. Tickets cost €35 - €50 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bordeaux to Burgos via Hendaye, Hendaia, Irun, and Irun in around 8h 9m.
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendaye
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 38m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €40 - €85
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €60
- Rail 1st Class
- €60 - €85
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendaye
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 27m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €80
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €40 - €60
- 1st Class
- €60 - €80
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Irun to Burgos Rosa De Lima
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 59m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €22 - €35
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Bordeaux Saint-Jean to Burgos
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Bordeaux Halte routière Belcier to Burgos
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Burdeos to Burgos
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 44m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
- Phone
- +34 988 590 210
- info@iberocoach.com
- Website
- iberocoach.com
Bus from Bordeaux to Burgos
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €21 - €28
- Website
- http://www.iberocoach.com/en/home-2/
- Website
- https://iberocoach.diagram.net/en/
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Bordeaux to Burgos bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Burgos station.
Bordeaux to Burgos train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Burgos Rosa De Lima station.
Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to Burgos is 447 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Bordeaux to Burgos.
Book your Bordeaux to Burgos bus tickets online with FlixBus and Omio.
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