The cheapest and fastest buses from Montpellier to Madrid
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€113
Fastest journey
10 h 32 m
Average duration
11 h 22 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
720 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montpellier to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Montpellier to Madrid will cost around €113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 12 buses that leave Montpellier for Madrid on Mon, Nov 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct buses cover the 720 km distance in an average of 11 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 32 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest buses will take 12 h 10 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Montpellier to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Montpellier to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 720 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€55 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price | €253 Average price |
13h 34m Average total duration 13h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Montpellier to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Montpellier to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
34153 | 11:30 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 13h35 | 1:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal+ 06160 | 7:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 10h32 | 5:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h20 | 9:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 12h05 | 7:20 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06200 | 7:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 14h09 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06160 | 7:15 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 10h32 | 5:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 20h35 | 7:20 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
4821 | 11:30 AM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 12h10 | 11:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM Montpellier, Gare Montpellier Sud de France | 16h10 | 7:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 12h45 | 7:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière | 12h15 | 9:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Montpellier to Madrid
Buses from Montpellier to Madrid run on average 10 times per day, taking around 13h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €31 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 720 km distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 720 km |
Average bus duration 13h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €31 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 5m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Montpellier to MadridYou can travel by bus between Montpellier to Madrid with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Montpellier to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montpellier 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.

When departing from Montpellier, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière and Montpellier, Rue de la Madeleine (Sabines). When arriving in Madrid, you can end your trip in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) and Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T4.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Montpellier, Sabines Gare Routière, which is located around 5.1 miles (8.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Montpellier to Madrid
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 6, 7, 11 Tram: 2
- 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
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