The cheapest and fastest buses from Geneva to Madrid
Cheapest price
€69
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
19 h 45 m
Average duration
20 h 59 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
1023 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Geneva to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Madrid will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 16 buses that leave Geneva for Madrid on Sat, May 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 1023 km distance in an average of 20 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 22 h 10 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.
FlixBus7:10 PM19h45Geneve, Place Dorcière2:55 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€691One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:10 PM20h25Geneve, Place Dorcière3:35 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€701One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal3:30 PM23h45Genève, Gare Routière3:15 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€741One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal3:30 PM23h55Genève, Gare Routière3:25 PMMadrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América€741One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal3:30 PM22h10Genève, Gare Routière1:40 PMMadrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América€741One-way1 transfer
FlixBus7:10 PM19h45Geneve, Place Dorcière2:55 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€691One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:10 PM20h25Geneve, Place Dorcière3:35 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:10 PM20h30Geneve, Place Dorcière8:40 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1441One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:10 PM22h05Geneve, Place Dorcière10:15 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1541One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal3:30 PM22h10Genève, Gare Routière1:40 PMMadrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América€741One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €205.
Distance: 1023 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€92 Average price Cheapest | €188 Average price | €205 Average price |
17h 15m Average total duration 16h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.1 - 6.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Geneva to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Geneva to Madrid buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Genève, Aéroport | 23h05 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 20h25 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 19h45 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 27h35 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 27h05 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
57202 · 3161 | 6:30 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 27h15 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 26h10 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 23h10 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
3816 · 3186 | 11:35 AM Genève, Gare Routière | 22h20 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 22h05 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Geneve, Place Dorcière | 20h30 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
50796 · 4349 | 2:00 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 26h45 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 23h45 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 22h10 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 22h10 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Genève, Gare Routière | 23h55 | 3:25 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Geneva to Madrid
Buses from Geneva to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 16h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1023 km distance in 19h 10m.
Distance 1023 km |
Average bus duration 16h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 19h 10m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Internorte from Geneva to MadridYou can travel by bus between Geneva to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Internorte for as low as €37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Geneva to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- 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 Geneva to Madrid
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Gare (in the station)
- Le Petit Chalet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Les Armures (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 5, 10, 19, 25 Train: L1, L2 Tram: 12, 14
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Swiss Bakery (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 25, 61 Train: L1, L2
- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Montreux Jazz Café (in the station)
- La Cuisine (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 10, 23, 28, 57, Y Train: IC, IR, RE
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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