The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Pontevedra
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€41
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 32 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Pontevedra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Pontevedra will cost around €41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 9 buses that leave Madrid for Pontevedra on Tue, Dec 09, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct buses cover the 469 km distance in an average of 6 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 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.




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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Pontevedra
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Pontevedra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 469 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price Cheapest | €65 Average price | €143 Average price |
8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Pontevedra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Pontevedra buses for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Madrid | 6h50 | 2:50 PM Pontevedra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Madrid | 6h20 | 2:20 PM Pontevedra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Madrid | 6h40 | 9:00 PM Pontevedra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Madrid | 5h50 | 9:20 PM Pontevedra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Madrid | 5h30 | 12:00 AM Pontevedra | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Pontevedra
Buses from Madrid to Pontevedra run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 469 km distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 469 km |
Average bus duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Monbus, Vibasa, Alsa, MonBus from Madrid to PontevedraYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Pontevedra with BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Monbus, Vibasa, Alsa, MonBus 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 to Pontevedra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Madrid, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4. When arriving in Pontevedra, you can end your route in coach stations like Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses and Pontevedra.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur/Gare routière Méndez Alvaro - 83, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses, located 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Pontevedra
- 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
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
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