Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€25

Average price

€30

Fastest journey

7 h 35 m

Average duration

7 h 54 m

Buses per day

4

Distance

505 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast buses

Of the 4 buses that leave Plaça de Catalunya station for Madrid on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 505 km distance in an average of 7 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Alsa
11:00AM8h05
Plaça de Catalunya station
07:05PMMadrid
251One-way
0 transfers
Alsa
08:30AM8h05
Plaça de Catalunya station
04:35PMMadrid
271One-way
0 transfers
Alsa
01:00PM7h50
Plaça de Catalunya station
08:50PMMadrid
271One-way
0 transfers
Alsa
02:30PM7h35
Plaça de Catalunya station
10:05PMMadrid
391One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €42.

Distance: 505 km

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Flight

€41

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Cheapest

€58

Average price

€93

Average price

7h 48m

Average total duration

7h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 20m

Average total duration

2h 50m

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30m

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4h 25m

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1h 25m

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3h 0m

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Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 10:07 AM
Last updated at 10:07 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
alsa11:00 AM Plaça de Catalunya station
8h05
7:05 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
alsa1:00 PM Plaça de Catalunya station
7h50
8:50 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 6
alsa8:30 AM Plaça de Catalunya station
8h05
4:35 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid

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Buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid run on average 19 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €19 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
505 km
Average bus duration
7h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€19
Buses per day
19
Direct buses
18
Fastest bus
7h 5m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
21:59
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Plaça de Catalunya station to MadridYou can travel by bus between Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as €19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 5m
Cheapest Price
€15
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid

FAQs: Take the bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid coach time is 7 h 35 min   covering the 505 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid leaves at 06: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid leaves at 20: 00.
There are 20 coaches a day from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid which require at least one change with Alsa or BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid, you can count on Alsa or BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Plaça de Catalunya station and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
The cheapest month for a coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Plaça de Catalunya station and Madrid including taking a train, coach or flight.
No, the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.
    No, luggage for the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid.

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