The cheapest and fastest buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid
Cheapest price
€41
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 21 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
1055 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
Of the 28 buses that leave Paris Gare du Nord for Madrid on Wed, Feb 04, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 1055 km distance in an average of 15 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 15 h 45 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.
FlixBus
Normal
Normal
FlixBus
FlixBus
Normal
Normal
Normal
4003
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €205.
Distance: 1055 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €120 Average price | €256 Average price |
16h 59m Average total duration 16h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 12h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
53905 · 3161 | 2:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 18h45 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h30 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3161 | 4:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h45 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h15 | 8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h45 | 8:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h10 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h59 | 11:29 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h30 | 12:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:45 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 17h15 | 12:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:45 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 16h44 | 11:29 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h00 | 2:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 18h15 | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h20 | 12:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 18h25 | 2:25 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h15 | 12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 14h45 | 12:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h15 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 9:50 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 24h15 | 10:05 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Feb 03
Feb 04
Feb 05
Feb 06
Feb 07
Feb 08
Feb 09
Feb 10
Feb 11
Feb 12
Feb 13
Feb 14
Feb 15
Feb 16
Feb 17
Feb 18
Feb 19
Feb 20
Feb 21
Feb 22
Feb 23
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid
Buses from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid run on average 29 times per day, taking around 16h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €34 if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 1055 km distance in 14h 45m.
Distance 1055 km |
Average bus duration 16h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €34 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 14h 45m |
First bus 08:00 |
Last bus 22:10 |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Bus RATP from Paris Gare du Nord to MadridYou can travel by bus between Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Bus RATP for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
FlixBus
Infobus
BlaBlaCar Bus
BlaBlaCar
Bus RATP
FAQs: Bus from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare du Nord 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid
- 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
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Paris Gare du Nord
More options for your journey from Paris Gare du Nord to Madrid
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


