The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Paris
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€108
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
14 h 57 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Paris will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
Of the 45 buses that leave Madrid for Paris on Sat, May 23, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 1052 km distance in an average of 14 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 15 h 15 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.
31626:35 PM16h25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses11:00 AMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)€601One-way0 transfers
40043:30 PM15h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:00 AMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)€601One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal1:15 PM20h15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)9:30 AMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)€641One-way1 transfer
3:30 PM15h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:00 AMParis€651One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:40 PM16h20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses9:00 AMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)€671One-way0 transfers
Normal3:45 PM14h45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)6:30 AMOrly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)€991One-way0 transfers
Normal3:45 PM14h45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)6:30 AMOrly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)€991One-way0 transfers
Normal3:30 PM15h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses6:30 AMOrly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)€991One-way0 transfers
Normal3:30 PM15h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses6:30 AMOrly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C)€991One-way0 transfers
Normal3:45 PM15h15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)7:00 AMParis, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)€991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Paris
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €51.
Distance: 1052 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €320 Average price | €269 Average price |
11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Madrid to Paris bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Paris buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 22h14 | 11:14 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 21h59 | 11:14 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 22h45 | 12:00 PM Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 18h30 | 8:30 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 17h45 | 7:45 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 17h29 | 7:29 AM Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h25 | 7:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h05 | 12:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 18h30 | 9:30 AM Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal · Normal | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 18h15 | 9:30 AM Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h20 | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3162 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h25 | 11:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h05 | 12:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h40 | 12:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3160 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h45 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 18h20 | 4:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 18h00 | 4:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 23h10 | 10:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Paris
Buses from Madrid to Paris run on average 28 times per day, taking around 11h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1052 km distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 1052 km |
Average bus duration 11h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Infobus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Madrid to ParisYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Paris with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Infobus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Paris
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Paris
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 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
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
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