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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 18
7 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h 50 m
Buses on Sep 18
3
Distance
505 km
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 €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 505 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 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.
8:30 AM7h35Plaça de Catalunya station4:05 PMMadrid€251One-way0 transfers- 9:30 AM8h05Plaça de Catalunya station5:35 PMMadrid€271One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM7h50Plaça de Catalunya station9:20 PMMadrid€281One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM7h35Plaça de Catalunya station4:05 PMMadrid€251One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM7h50Plaça de Catalunya station9:20 PMMadrid€281One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM8h05Plaça de Catalunya station5:35 PMMadrid€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €265.
Distance: 505 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€40 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price | €265 Average price | €102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid:
A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid costing on average €71.
A bus is €225 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid costing on average €265.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 15m.
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
Live departures
Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 5:05 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h20 | 4:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h00 | 5:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h40 | 6:10 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h05 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 7:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h05 | 9:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 8:35 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Plaza de Castilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h20 | 8:20 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 18h05 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| Normal | 3:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 10:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 3:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 10:50 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 12:20 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 4:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 4:50 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 5:50 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 5:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h25 | 6:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h55 | 7:40 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:59 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 7:34 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 11:59 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 7:49 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid
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Buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid run on average 21 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 21:59. The fastest bus covers the 505 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 505 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 9:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus from Plaça de Catalunya station to MadridYou can travel by bus between Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid with Alsa, FlixBus for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid
Most Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Avenida de América station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Plaça de Catalunya station and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Madrid, Avenida de América from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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