The cheapest and fastest buses from Berlin to Madrid
Cheapest price
€147
Average price
€160
Fastest journey
1 d 11 h
Average duration
1 d 12 h 27 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
1870 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Berlin to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin to Madrid will cost around €160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €147.
It's difficult to get from Berlin to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €125. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.9 - 4.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €125, and a train costs an average of €420.
Distance: 1870 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€209 Average price Cheapest | €319 Average price | €420 Average price |
32h 54m Average total duration 32h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 52h 21m Average total duration 51h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.9 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.6 - 11.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berlin to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin to Madrid buses for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 AM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 51h30 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 47h20 | 7:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 42h20 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 41h35 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Berlin Hbf | 43h40 | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 40h10 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Berlin, Karolinenstraße (Alt-Tegel) | 39h25 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:39 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 38h41 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:39 PM Berlin Ostbahnhof | 39h26 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 39h25 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Berlin, Alexanderplatz | 38h40 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:53 PM Berlin Hbf | 38h27 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 transfers | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:16 PM Berlin Spandau | 38h04 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 37h45 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 37h00 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 35h45 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 35h00 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 37h45 | 12:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB) | 37h25 | 12:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 PM Berlin, Kronprinzessinnenweg (Wannsee) | 37h10 | 12:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Berlin to Madrid
Buses from Berlin to Madrid run on average 36 times per day, taking around 32h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €125 but you can travel from only €86 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1870 km distance in 34h 15m.
Distance 1870 km |
Average bus duration 32h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €125 |
Buses per day 36 |
Fastest bus 34h 15m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa from Berlin to MadridYou can travel by bus between Berlin to Madrid with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa for as low as €86. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Berlin to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Berlin to Madrid
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M46, 106, 204 Train: S2, S25, S41, S42
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Vapiano (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Ostbahnhof (in the station)
- Burgermeister (0.5 km)
- Trattoria Portofino (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 140, 147, 240, 248 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Berlin (in the station)
- Schnitzel Express (0.5 km)
- Currywurst Haus (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M49, 139 Metro: U2 Train: S41, S42, S46
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 120, 123, 142, 147, 245 Metro: U55 Train: S3, S5, S7, S9
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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