The cheapest and fastest buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Cheapest price on Oct 25
€27
Average ticket price on Oct 25
€33
Fastest journey on Oct 25
7 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 25
7 h 47 m
Buses on Oct 25
5
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Sun, Oct 25, we found 5 buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 25 the direct buses cover the 504 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Sun, Oct 25 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€271One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM8h05Plaça de Catalunya station5:35 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€301One-way0 transfers
6:00 AM7h50Plaça de Catalunya station1:50 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€321One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM7h35Plaça de Catalunya station3:05 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€321One-way0 transfers
9:59 PM7h50Plaça de Catalunya station5:49 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€431One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM7h35Plaça de Catalunya station4:05 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€271One-way0 transfers
7:30 AM7h35Plaça de Catalunya station3:05 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€321One-way0 transfers
6:00 AM7h50Plaça de Catalunya station1:50 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€321One-way0 transfers
9:59 PM7h50Plaça de Catalunya station5:49 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€431One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM8h05Plaça de Catalunya station5:35 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€301One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Buses from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 20 times per day, taking around 8h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 21:59. The fastest bus covers the 504 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 504 km |
Average bus duration 8h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 9:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Frequently asked questions about your Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
Live departures
Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes buses for today, Saturday, October 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h35 | 6:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h50 | 6:50 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h25 | 6:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h55 | 7:40 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:59 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h50 | 7:49 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:59 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h35 | 7:34 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, October 25 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Plaça de Catalunya station | 7h50 | 1:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Plaça de Catalunya station | 7h35 | 3:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Plaça de Catalunya station | 7h35 | 4:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Plaça de Catalunya station | 8h05 | 5:35 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesYou can travel by bus between Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes with Alsa, FlixBus for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Plaça de Catalunya station and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- 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.
FAQs: Bus from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plaça de Catalunya station to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

