4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 12 buses that leave Barcelona for Madrid Barajas Airport on Wed, Jan 07, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 07 the direct buses cover the 492 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
On Wed, Jan 07 the slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €48.
Distance: 492 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€42 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €137 Average price |
10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Tuesday, January 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 8:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 3:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 7 | |||||
| Normal | 6:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 1:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h40 | 5:10 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 8:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 2:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 10:05 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
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Buses from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €24 by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 22:59. The fastest bus covers the 492 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 492 km |
Average bus duration 9h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 22:59 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas AirportYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
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