Madrid to Badalona bus with Alsa

Wed, Feb 04
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Badalona

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€19

Average price

€34

Fastest journey

6 h

Average duration

6 h 22 m

Buses per day

52

Distance

513 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Badalona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Badalona will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.

Fast buses

Of the 52 buses that leave Madrid for Badalona on Wed, Feb 04, 51 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 513 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 20 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.

AlsaNormal
04:30PM8h05
Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
12:35AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
191One-way
0 transfers
AlsaNormal
04:30PM7h50
Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
12:20AMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
191One-way
0 transfers
AlsaNormal
02:00PM7h50
Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
09:50PMBarcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants
191One-way
0 transfers
AlsaNormal
02:00PM8h05
Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
10:05PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
191One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
01:00PM6h10
Madrid
07:10PMBadalona
201One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Badalona

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Badalona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a flight costs an average of €21.

Distance: 513 km

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Train
Flight

€39

Average price

Cheapest

€52

Average price

€99

Average price

8h 24m

Average total duration

7h 54m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 22m

Average total duration

2h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 17m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

Alsa

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Madrid to Badalona bus times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Badalona buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:02 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
alsaNormal7:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
2:50 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
3:05 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
2:50 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
3:05 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus7:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
31h45
3:35 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants1 transfer
alsaNormal9:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
5:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal9:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
5:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
5:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
5:20 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
7h35
6:05 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
7h50
6:20 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h20
6:05 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
6:20 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:59 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
6:49 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:59 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
7:04 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal11:14 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
6:49 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal11:14 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
7:04 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
alsaNormal12:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
8:05 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
7:50 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
8:05 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
7:50 AM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal5:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
8h35
2:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal5:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
8h25
1:55 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal6:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
2:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal6:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h55
1:55 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h15
3:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
3:05 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
3:05 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
8h00
3:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
8h05
6:35 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
7h50
6:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h40
6:35 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal10:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h25
6:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
8:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
7:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
7:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
8:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
8:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
9:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
9:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
10:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
9:50 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
10:05 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal3:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8h05
11:35 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal3:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
7h50
11:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h35
11:20 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
7h50
11:35 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madrid to Badalona

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Buses from Madrid to Badalona run on average 34 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 513 km distance in 7h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
513 km
Average bus duration
7h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
€6
Buses per day
34
Direct buses
32
Fastest bus
7h 35m
First bus
00:14
Last bus
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to BadalonaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Badalona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
€6
Alsa frequency
32 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
21h 40m
Cheapest Price
€86
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Badalona

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Badalona 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 Badalona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Badalona can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Madrid to Badalona is €39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Madrid to Badalona is 7h 35m to travel the 513 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Madrid to Badalona leaves at 12:14 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Madrid to Badalona leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 32 direct coaches a day from Madrid to Badalona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Madrid to Badalona, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Badalona. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Madrid and Badalona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Madrid , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses . When arriving in Badalona , you can end your trip in coach stations like Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), which is located around 12 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Badalona from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Madrid to Badalona is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Badalona including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Madrid to Badalona:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Madrid to Badalona for coach company Alsa, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Madrid to Badalona depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Madrid to Badalona.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Badalona:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Badalona:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Madrid to Badalona. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Madrid to Badalona with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Madrid to Badalona with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Madrid to Badalona with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Madrid to Badalona

Madrid
Badalona
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
12 km
carConnection
Car connection
M-40, M-14
Dining
Dining
  • Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
WC
WC
  • Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
Shower
Shower
  • No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
Public transit options for Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
  • Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
Madrid, Avenida de AméricaWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Avenida de América
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
  • La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Madrid, Avenida de América
  • Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Calle de Méndez Álvaro
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
  • La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
  • Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5

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