The cheapest and fastest buses from Irun to Madrid
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€48
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Irun to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irun to Madrid will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 17 buses that leave Irun for Madrid on Wed, Dec 17, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct buses cover the 361 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest buses will take 5 h 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 train, bus, and flight for Irun to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Irun to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 361 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€49 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price | €290 Average price |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Irun to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Irun to Madrid buses for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 7:15 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h10 | 2:25 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:15 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h00 | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h15 | 3:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h40 | 5:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h15 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 6h45 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:31 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h14 | 9:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 3:30 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 8h05 | 11:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h00 | 4:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:05 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h10 | 6:15 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:05 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 6h40 | 5:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:05 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h40 | 6:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Irun to Madrid
Buses from Irun to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €5 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 361 km distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 361 km |
Average bus duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Autobuses Pamplona Madrid, FlixBus, Lurraldebus Ekialdebus from Irun to MadridYou can travel by bus between Irun to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Autobuses Pamplona Madrid, FlixBus, Lurraldebus Ekialdebus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FlixBus
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FAQs: Bus from Irun to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irun 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.

When departing from Irun, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Irun, Anaka 1 and Irun, Puente de Santiago (Feria parkea). When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 and Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Irun, Anaka 1, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Irun to Madrid
- 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
- 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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