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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Valencia

Showing times and prices for Apr 24

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€30

Fastest journey

3 h 10 m

Average duration

3 h 34 m

Buses per day

Distance

302 km

Cheap tickets

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 €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast buses

Of the 9 buses that leave Madrid for Valencia every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Apr 24 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.

07:20PM3h40

Madrid

11:00PMValencia

€171One-way

0 transfers

04:50PM4h00

Madrid

08:50PMValencia

€171One-way

0 transfers

09:30AM3h10

Madrid

12:40PMValencia

€171One-way

0 transfers

09:30PM3h30

Madrid

01:00AMValencia

€181One-way

0 transfers

09:00AM3h30

Madrid

12:30PMValencia

€191One-way

0 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 €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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Bus	Most popular Train	Flight
€39 Average price	€33 Average price Cheapest	€213 Average price
4h 53m Average duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 31m Average duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 19m Average duration 9h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions
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

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, April 23

Last updated at 10:52 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
	11:00 AM Madrid	3h40	2:40 PM Valencia	0 transfersDirect
	11:00 AM Madrid	4h10	3:10 PM Valencia	0 transfersDirect
	12:40 PM Madrid	3h50	4:30 PM Valencia	0 transfersDirect
	1:00 PM Madrid	4h00	5:00 PM Valencia	0 transfersDirect
	8:00 PM Madrid	3h20	11:20 PM Valencia	0 transfersDirect
MULTIMEDIA.	11:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h20	3:20 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos	0 transfersDirect
Thursday, April 24
NORMAL.	5:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h15	9:45 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos	0 transfersDirect
NORMAL.	9:20 AM Madrid	5h10	2:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos	0 transfersDirect
NORMAL.	10:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h30	2:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madrid to Valencia

Spain

Buses from Madrid to Valencia run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 but you can travel from only €10 by train.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from €10

Distance

302 km

Average bus duration

4h 23m

Cheapest ticket price

€37

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

4h 0m

First bus

00:30

Last bus

22:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from €10

Coach companies: Avanza, BlaBlaCar and Ourbus Madrid to Valencia

For as little as €45 you can travel by coach between Madrid and Valencia with Avanza, BlaBlaCar and Ourbus. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

Avanza is one of Spain biggest bus companies and offers only one type of ticket for your next coach between Madrid and Valencia: Standard Ticket.

Coach information from Madrid to Valencia with Avanza:

Average Duration: 4 h
Cheapest Price: €45
Avanza frequency: 5 a day

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

FAQs: Take the bus from Madrid to Valencia with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Valencia.

Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Valencia can start from as little as €37 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Madrid to Valencia is €39; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The coach time between Madrid and Valencia is on average 4 h for the 302 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Valencia from Madrid by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first coach from Madrid to Valencia leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last coach from Madrid to Valencia leaves at 22: 00.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Madrid to Valencia without having to change trains with Avanza or BlaBlaCar. There are 7 direct coaches from Madrid to Valencia each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the journey from Madrid to Valencia you can take a coach with Avanza, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services to Valencia from Madrid on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Valencia from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Madrid to Valencia is August.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Valencia including taking a train, coach or flight.

No, the coach from Madrid to Valencia has no accessibility options.

No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Madrid to Valencia.

No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Madrid to Valencia.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Madrid to Valencia.

No, luggage for the coach from Madrid to Valencia needs to be booked in addition.

No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Madrid to Valencia.

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Madrid to Valencia.

No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Madrid to Valencia.

No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Madrid to Valencia.

Popular bus stations from Madrid to Valencia

Madrid

Valencia

The major bus station for departures in Madrid is Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) for your trip from Madrid to Valencia.

Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) ATM