The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 57 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
501 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Madrid Méndez Alvaro for Barcelona Sants on Tue, Mar 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 03 the direct buses cover the 501 km distance in an average of 7 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Tue, Mar 03 the slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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 train, bus, and flight for Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 501 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price Cheapest | €46 Average price | €97 Average price |
11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants buses for today, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 31h45 | 3:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h35 | 6:05 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, March 3 | |||||
![]() | 6:40 AM Madrid Méndez Alvaro | 8h25 | 3:05 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Madrid Méndez Alvaro | 7h50 | 6:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus, FlixBus, Samar or Empresa Municipal de Transportes to find the best option for your trip from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus, FlixBus, Samar or Empresa Municipal de Transportes to find the best option for your trip from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants
Buses from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 501 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 501 km |
Average bus duration 10h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 05:30 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Samar, Empresa Municipal de Transportes from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona SantsYou can travel by bus between Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Samar, Empresa Municipal de Transportes for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Méndez Alvaro to Barcelona Sants 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 Barcelona Sants, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.



