The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Zaragoza
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Buses per day
31
Distance
274 km
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 €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 31 buses that leave Madrid for Zaragoza on Thu, Jan 29, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct buses cover the 274 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest buses will take 3 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.
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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 prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 €9, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 274 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€19 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg 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 Zaragoza bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Zaragoza buses for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h55 | 7:25 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h40 | 7:25 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h45 | 8:15 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 8:15 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 4h10 | 11:10 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h55 | 11:10 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h50 | 1:20 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h45 | 1:15 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h35 | 1:20 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 1:15 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3h45 | 2:15 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 2:15 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:59 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h50 | 2:49 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:14 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h35 | 2:49 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 29 | |||||
Normal | 12:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h55 | 3:55 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h40 | 3:55 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h25 | 10:55 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 4h15 | 11:15 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h40 | 10:55 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h45 | 11:45 AM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 11:45 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 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h00 | 2:30 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h35 | 2:30 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3h55 | 3:55 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h40 | 3:55 PM Zaragoza, Estación Central de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 4h00 | 5:00 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Zaragoza
Buses from Madrid to Zaragoza run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 25 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.
Distance 274 km |
Average bus duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 25 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from Madrid to ZaragozaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Zaragoza with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Zaragoza
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
- 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
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Cachirulo (0.5 km)
- La Miguería (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 34, 51, Ci1, Ci2 Train: Cercanías Zaragoza
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