The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Salamanca
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid 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 to Salamanca will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 12 buses that leave Madrid for Salamanca on Thu, Apr 02, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
Normal8:00 PM2h45Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses10:45 PMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses€141One-way0 transfers
Normal9:00 PM3h25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:25 AMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses€141One-way0 transfers
Normal8:20 PM2h25Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)10:45 PMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses€141One-way0 transfers
Normal10:30 PM2h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses1:00 AMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses€141One-way0 transfers
Normal9:20 PM3h05Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)12:25 AMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses€141One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM1h50Madrid1:50 PMSalamanca€171One-way0 transfers
1:00 PM2h10Madrid3:10 PMSalamanca€171One-way0 transfers
10:20 AM2h10Madrid12:30 PMSalamanca€171One-way0 transfers
2:30 PM2h10Madrid4:40 PMSalamanca€181One-way0 transfers
8:30 AM2h20Madrid10:50 AMSalamanca€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Madrid to Salamanca
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid 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 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 175 km
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Salamanca bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Salamanca buses for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:20 PM Madrid | 2h20 | 7:40 PM Salamanca | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Madrid | 3h10 | 8:50 PM Salamanca | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 PM Madrid | 2h50 | 12:10 AM Salamanca | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Monbus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Vibasa, Avanza, Infobus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Salamanca.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Vibasa, Avanza, Infobus or BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Salamanca.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Salamanca.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Salamanca
Buses from Madrid to Salamanca run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €14 by train.
There are 27 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 22:41. The fastest bus covers the 175 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 27 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 10:41 PM |
Bus providers: Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Jiménez Dorado, FlixBus from Madrid to SalamancaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Salamanca with Monbus, Vibasa, BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Jiménez Dorado, FlixBus 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 to Salamanca
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Salamanca
- 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
- 06:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Madroño (0.2 km)
- La Pausa (0.3 km).
- Available outside the terminal, follow the signs to the taxi rank.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 101 Metro: 8 Train: C1, C10
- 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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