The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Madrid
Cheapest price on Sep 22
€102
Average ticket price on Sep 22
€142
Fastest journey on Sep 22
23 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 22
1 d 2 h 40 m
Buses on Sep 22
12
Distance
1188 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Madrid will cost around €142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €102.
On Tue, Sep 22, we found 12 buses from Milan to Madrid, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 22 the direct buses cover the 1188 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 5 m .
On Tue, Sep 22 the slowest buses will take 1 d 5 h 55 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.
FlixBus11:25 AM23h05Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano10:30 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1021One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:35 PM41h20Milano, Milan Linate Airport8:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1181One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 AM25h10Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano8:40 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1351One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:20 AM45h35Milano, Milan Linate Airport7:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1361One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 AM30h35Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)3:35 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1431One-way2 transfers
FlixBus11:25 AM23h05Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano10:30 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1021One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 AM25h10Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano8:40 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1351One-way1 transfer
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060607:10 AM25h52Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano9:02 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1701One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:35 AM29h20Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano2:55 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€1511One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:00 AM29h55Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)2:55 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€1481One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Milan to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €55, while a flight costs an average of €443.
Distance: 1188 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€125 Average price | €443 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €355 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 34m Average total duration 27h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration Fastest 4h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 14m Average total duration 12h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.6 - 7.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Madrid:
A train is €69 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Madrid costing on average €125.
A train is €388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Madrid costing on average €443.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 44m.
Bus takes on average 27h 4m.
Live departures
Milan to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Madrid buses for today, Monday, September 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
51048 · 3159+ 06180 | 7:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 25h02 | 8:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
51048 · 3159+ 06200 | 7:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 27h22 | 10:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
51048 · 3159+ 06190 | 7:20 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 26h50 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 35h40 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 41h45 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 37h20 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 34h20 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 31h40 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 32h55 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, September 22 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 33h20 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
4733+ 06060 | 7:10 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 25h52 | 9:02 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 25h10 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 29h55 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 30h35 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 29h20 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 45h35 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 11:25 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 23h05 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Madrid
Buses from Milan to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 27h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €15 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1188 km distance in 21h 10m.
Distance 1188 km |
Average bus duration 27h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 21h 10m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Tabita Tour from Milan to MadridYou can travel by bus between Milan to Madrid with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Tabita Tour for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Madrid 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 Madrid, 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- 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 Milan to Madrid
Most Milan to Madrid buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Milan and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do buses to Madrid leave from?
Getting to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano from Milan city centre
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano bus station facilities and services
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) from Milan city centre
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) bus station facilities and services
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Milano, Aeroporto di Milano Linate from Milan city centre
Which Madrid station do buses from Milan arrive at?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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:
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.
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:
Madrid, Avenida de América bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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