Madrid to Badalona bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Badalona

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 25

Cheapest price on Oct 25

€17

Average ticket price on Oct 25

€26

Fastest journey on Oct 25

7 h 35 m

Average journey duration on Oct 25

7 h 47 m

Buses on Oct 25

6

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 €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast buses

On Sun, Oct 25, we found 6 buses from Madrid to Badalona, including 6 direct services.

On Sun, Oct 25 the direct buses cover the 513 km distance in an average of 7 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .

On Sun, Oct 25 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.

  • Alsa
    4:30 AM8h25
    Madrid
    12:55 PMBadalona
    €171One-way
    0 transfers
  • Alsa
    10:30 AM7h50
    Madrid
    6:20 PMBadalona
    €191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Alsa
    8:00 AM7h50
    Madrid
    3:50 PMBadalona
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Alsa
    9:30 AM7h50
    Madrid
    5:20 PMBadalona
    €281One-way
    0 transfers
  • Alsa
    11:00 AM7h50
    Madrid
    6:50 PMBadalona
    €291One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madrid to Badalona

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Buses from Madrid to Badalona run on average 36 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.

There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 513 km distance in 7h 20m.

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
8h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Buses per day
36
Direct buses
34
Fastest bus
7h 20m
First bus
12:14 AM
Last bus
11:50 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
21 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Madrid to Badalona trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Badalona.

Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Badalona can start from as little as €15 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 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 11:50 PM.
Yes, there are 34 direct coaches a day from Madrid to Badalona with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Madrid to Badalona bus times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Badalona buses for today, Saturday, October 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
24h35
11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
24h35
11:10 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants2 transfers
Sunday, October 25
Alsa4:30 AM Madrid
8h25
12:55 PM Badalona0 transfersDirect
Alsa8:00 AM Madrid
7h50
3:50 PM Badalona0 transfersDirect
Alsa9:30 AM Madrid
7h50
5:20 PM Badalona0 transfersDirect
Alsa10:30 AM Madrid
7h50
6:20 PM Badalona0 transfersDirect
Alsa11:00 AM Madrid
7h50
6:50 PM Badalona0 transfersDirect
Alsa11:15 AM Madrid
7h35
6:50 PM Badalona0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Madrid to Badalona buses with Omio?

Alsa as well as FlixBus offer buses services from Madrid to Badalona.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Badalona.

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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Badalona.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Badalona.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Badalona.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Badalona.

Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus from Madrid to BadalonaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Badalona with Alsa, FlixBus for as low as €15. 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 Alsa Duration
7h 20m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€15
Alsa frequency
37 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 FlixBus Duration
15h 55m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€47
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.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Madrid and Badalona

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Madrid to Badalona, you can count on Alsa, 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.
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 {providersWithBike}.
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.

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.

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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Madrid to Badalona

Most Madrid to Badalona buses use the Madrid, Avenida de América to station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Badalona bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Madrid
Arrival bus stations in Badalona

Which Madrid station do buses to Badalona leave from?

Buses from Madrid to Badalona leave from Madrid, Avenida de América. The station is 3 km from Madrid city centre at Avenida de America, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain.
Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAvenida de America, 9, 28002 Madrid, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Madrid, Avenida de América from Madrid city centre

Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · €2 · every ~15 min
BusN4 · 8m · €1 · every ~11 min
52 · 25m · €2 · every ~30 min
Subway4 · 8m · €2 · every ~26 min
6 · 36m · €2 · every ~48 min

Madrid, Avenida de América bus station facilities and services

Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, SpainDiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus203, N27 · 1h 2m · €9 · every ~45 min

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.

Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesCalle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, SpainWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre

Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainC5, C10, C7 · 2m · €1 · every ~23 min
C10, C7 · 8m · €1 · every ~8 min
C3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · €1 · every ~15 min
BusN11 · 16m · €1 · every ~11 min
N13 · 18m · €1 · every ~15 min
148 · 45m · €4 · every ~30 min
Subway6 · 24m · €2 · every ~48 min

Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services

Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.

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