Barcelona to Madrid bus with Alsa
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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Madrid
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€125
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
11 h 17 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Madrid will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 6 buses that leave Barcelona for Madrid on Fri, Jun 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 504 km distance in an average of 11 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Fri, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 d 6 h 45 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€103 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €153 Average price |
17h 24m Average duration 16h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average duration 8h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Madrid bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Barcelona | 6h50 | 2:50 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 AM Barcelona | 5h50 | 3:50 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Barcelona | 6h00 | 6:00 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:40 PM Barcelona | 6h20 | 7:00 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM Barcelona | 6h40 | 8:10 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Madrid
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Distance 504 km |
Average bus duration 16h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Coach companies: Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Infobus Barcelona to Madrid
Buy your official Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Infobus coach tickets from Barcelona to Madrid from €19 with Omio. Find coach times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.
Alsa is the main coach operator in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK coach operator National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on coach journeys. While most travellers don’t mind travelling on normal coaches with basic services like toilets, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe coaches like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.
Coach information from Barcelona to Madrid with Alsa:
- Average Duration: 6 h 50 min
- Cheapest Price: €19
- Alsa frequency: 3 a day
Buses from Barcelona to Madrid: An Overview
Using the bus to get from Barcelona to Madrid is a great option for those with a bit of extra time and want to spend less money. The bus leaves from just outside Barcelona city centre and arrives into Madrid around 7 - 8 hours later. Many of the buses stop off at Madrid Airport, making it a great option for those who are leaving Spain for other destinations.
Which bus companies run service from Barcelona to Madrid?
All buses from Barcelona to Madrid are run by Spanish bus company ALSA.
How long is the bus journey from Barcelona to Madrid?
The journey time can vary depending on the arrival station in Madrid. Most buses terminate at Avenida de America, and it take arounds 8 hours to get here. Many of these buses also stop at Madrid's Airport en route. A couple of buses terminate at Estacion Sur de Autobus (also known as Méndez Álvaro) instead and they take around 7h35m to complete the journey.
How many buses are there from Barcelona to Madrid day?
There are around 19 buses a day that leave Barcelona for Madrid. The first bus leaves at 07:00 in the morning and the last bus leaves Barcelona Nord at 23:59 arriving into Madrid at around 07:20.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Barcelona to Madrid?
Departure Information: Buses depart from Barcelona's main coach station, Barcelona Nord, located just to the north of the centre. Barcelona can be accessed via the L1 Metro line or bus number 54. Getting to the station from the centre of Barcelona takes approximately 20 minutes, whether you go by metro or walk, and the bus takes about ten minutes. Taxis from central Barcelona are useful for those travelling at night, especially as the station is only about a ten-minute drive from the centre of Barcelona.
Arrival bus station: The Barcelona to Madrid bus mostly terminates at Avenida de America with a stop off at Madrid Airport before hand. Avenida de America is located in the North East of Madrid and is connected to the rest of the city by Metro. Some buses arrive into Estacion Sur de Autobus (also known as Méndez Álvaro), this is Madrid's main bus station and is well- connected to the rest of Madrid by Metro. A taxi rank is situated outside both stations.
FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Madrid
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Madrid
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
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