The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid Príncipe Pío for Salamanca on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 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 and bus for Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 174 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
3h 15m Average total duration 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h15 | 6:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 2h30 | 6:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h25 | 7:55 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:50 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h05 | 7:55 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:15 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 2h30 | 8:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h45 | 9:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:20 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 2h25 | 9:45 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h25 | 11:25 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:20 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 3h05 | 11:25 PM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:45 PM Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4 | 3h15 | 12:00 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2h30 | 12:00 AM Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 11:05 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 2h45 | 1:50 PM Salamanca | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca
Buses from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 25 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:05, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 174 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 174 km |
Average bus duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 11:05 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Empresa Municipal de Transportes from Madrid Príncipe Pío to SalamancaYou can travel by bus between Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca with Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Empresa Municipal de Transportes for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca 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 Salamanca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Vibasa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Monbus
- Monbus works to eliminate barriers for people with functional diversity and offers a service for passengers with their own wheelchair, which must be requested 24 hours in advance via email.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Vibasa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Monbus
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's recommended to check the policies during the booking process or the company's terms and conditions.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Vibasa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Monbus
- One piece of hand luggage and one checked bag are included.
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Vibasa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Monbus
- Additional or oversized luggage may incur extra charges and is subject to space availability.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vibasa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be transported in the luggage compartment.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Salamanca
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Salamanca (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 4, 7 Train: Salamanca Station
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