Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Madrid to Zaragoza?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza: Alsa Assistance Priority boarding Accessible seating. FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza?

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza depends on the coach companies: Alsa You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee. 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.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Madrid to Zaragoza?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza: Alsa 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).

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from Madrid to Zaragoza?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza: Alsa Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee. FlixBus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Madrid to Zaragoza?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza. The following conditions apply: Alsa Small pets allowed in carriers larger pets must travel in the hold. FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Zaragoza

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€17

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€20

Fastest journey on Sep 17

3 h 30 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

3 h 34 m

Buses on Sep 17

Distance

274 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast buses

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 27 buses from Madrid to Zaragoza, including 27 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 274 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 30 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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
7:00 AM4h00
Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
11:00 AMZaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
€171One-way
0 transfers
Normal
6:30 AM4h30
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
11:00 AMZaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
€171One-way
0 transfers
Normal
4:30 PM3h55
Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
8:25 PMZaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
€171One-way
0 transfers
Normal
11:55 AM3h35
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
3:30 PMZaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
€211One-way
0 transfers
Normal
9:15 AM3h40
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
12:55 PMZaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses
€211One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Madrid to Zaragoza

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Zaragoza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a train costs an average of €29.

Distance: 274 km

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Bus	Most popular Train	Driving
€18 Average price Cheapest	€29 Average price	€52 Average price (fuel + tolls)
4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular bus company	Most popular train company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Zaragoza is a bus with an average price of €18.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Zaragoza:

A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Zaragoza costing on average €29.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Zaragoza is by train with an average journey time of 2h 41m.

Other travel options to Zaragoza take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Zaragoza including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Madrid to Zaragoza bus times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Zaragoza buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Normal	7:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h55	11:25 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h40	11:25 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	8:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	4h05	12:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	9:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h50	12:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	11:59 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h50	3:49 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	12:14 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h35	3:49 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h30	11:00 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	4h00	11:00 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	8:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h50	11:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h35	11:50 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	9:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h55	12:55 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h40	12:55 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses	4h00	3:30 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	11:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h35	3:30 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h55	4:55 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h40	4:55 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	4h00	6:00 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h50	6:50 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h35	6:50 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	4:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h55	8:25 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	4:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)	3h40	8:25 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
Normal	5:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América	3h45	9:15 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses	0 transfersDirect
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Alsa as well as FlixBus offer buses services from Madrid to Zaragoza.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Zaragoza.

Why book with Omio vs Alsa?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Zaragoza.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Zaragoza.

Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Zaragoza.
Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Zaragoza.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madrid to Zaragoza

Spain

Buses from Madrid to Zaragoza run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €3 by train.

There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 274 km distance in 3h 30m.

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 €3

Distance

274 km

Average bus duration

4h 17m

Cheapest ticket price

€10

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

3h 30m

First bus

12:14 AM

Last bus

11:45 PM

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

91 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Train from €3

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Madrid to ZaragozaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Zaragoza with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About

Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Alsa Duration

3h 30m

Cheapest Alsa Price

€10

Alsa frequency

12 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

Learn more about Alsa

FlixBus

About

FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average FlixBus Duration

3h 40m

Cheapest FlixBus Price

€27

FlixBus frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

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.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Learn more about FlixBus

BlaBlaCar

About

BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."

Luggage & cancellation policy

BlaBlaCar frequency

5 a day

FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Zaragoza

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Zaragoza 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 Zaragoza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap coach tickets from Madrid to Zaragoza can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Madrid to Zaragoza is €18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by coach from Madrid to Zaragoza is 3h 30m to travel the 274 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest coach from Madrid to Zaragoza leaves at 12:14 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest coach from Madrid to Zaragoza leaves at 11:45 PM.

Yes, there are 29 direct coaches a day from Madrid to Zaragoza with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

When taking a coach from Madrid to Zaragoza, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Zaragoza. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Madrid and Zaragoza and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.

When departing from Madrid , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses . When arriving in Zaragoza , you can end your trip in coach stations like Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), which is located around 12 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses, located 2 away from the city centre.

A trip to Zaragoza from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a coach from Madrid to Zaragoza is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Zaragoza including taking a train and bus.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza:

Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza for coach company Alsa, FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza depends on the coach companies:

Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, FlixBus.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza:

Alsa
- 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).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Madrid to Zaragoza:

Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza. The following conditions apply:

Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Madrid to Zaragoza with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Madrid to Zaragoza

Most Madrid to Zaragoza buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Zaragoza bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Madrid

Arrival bus stations in Zaragoza

Which Madrid station do buses to Zaragoza leave from?

Buses from Madrid to Zaragoza leave from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). The station is 13 km from Madrid city centre at Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, Spain.

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, Spain Dining

City-centre transport

Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus203, N27 · 1h 2m · €9 · every ~45 min

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services

Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.

Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAvenida de America, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Madrid, Avenida de América from Madrid city centre

Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · €2 · every ~15 min

BusN4 · 8m · €1 · every ~11 min

52 · 25m · €2 · every ~30 min

Subway4 · 8m · €2 · every ~26 min

6 · 36m · €2 · every ~48 min