The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Valencia
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 22 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Valencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Valencia will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Valencia on Fri, May 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.
NORMAL.7:30 AM4h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses11:45 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.4:00 PM4h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:15 PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.3:00 PM4h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:30 PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.12:00 PM4h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:30 PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
MULTIMEDIA.1:00 AM4h20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:20 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€591One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.7:30 AM4h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses11:45 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.4:00 PM4h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses8:15 PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
MULTIMEDIA.1:00 AM4h20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses5:20 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€591One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.3:00 PM4h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses7:30 PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
NORMAL.12:00 PM4h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:30 PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos€441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Valencia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 302 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €144 Average price |
4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Valencia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Valencia buses for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NORMAL. | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h15 | 11:45 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 12:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 7:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
MULTIMEDIA. | 1:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h20 | 5:20 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Valencia
Buses from Madrid to Valencia run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 302 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 302 km |
Average bus duration 4h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Avanza, FlixBus, Alsa from Madrid to ValenciaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Valencia with BlaBlaCar, Avanza, FlixBus, Alsa for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Madrid to Valencia
The route for buses from Madrid to Valencia is served by Avenza who operate multiple and frequent services each day. The first bus leaves Valencia, Estació d´Autobusos at 3:00 a.m. and the last bus of the day departs for Madrid, Estacion Sur De Autobuses at 9:30 p.m. All services are direct, with the average journey length being 4 hours and 15 minutes. Passengers should be aware, however, that the length of the journey may vary, depending on the time they choose to travel and prevailing traffic conditions.
Taking the Bus from Madrid
Buses from Madrid to Valencia depart Madrid Sur station, which is located 1 kilometre south of the city centre next to Mendez Alvaro train and underground station. Madrid Sur is served by commuter trains (lines C1, C5, and C10) and the underground (line 6). Trains link the station with the centre (Atocha) every 5 minutes, starting early in the morning and finishing at midnight. Travel time is 3-4 minutes. The underground goes to Principe Pio station (to the west of Gran Via and the main tourist area), taking 30 minutes and departing every 5 minutes (10 minutes on weekends).
Getting into Valencia by Bus
Valencia is a cosmopolitan Mediterranean city packed with beautiful examples of Baroque architecture, bustling markets, and modern museums. The city's seaside location and mild weather makes it the ideal all-year-round getaway.
Buses from Madrid to Valencia will be dropped off at Valencia central station, which is to the north of the city centre. City bus number 6 links the station with the centre every 10-15 minutes from the early morning until 10 p.m. and the journey takes 20 minutes. The nearest subway station is Turia, located 850 metres west of the coach station. From here, travellers can reach the city centre in just 2 minutes. Trains run every 15 minutes. A taxi ride to the centre should cost no more than €10.
FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Valencia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Valencia 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 Valencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Avanza
- 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).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Avanza
- 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.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Valencia
- 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
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 8, 79, 95 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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