The cheapest and fastest buses from Setúbal to Madrid
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€42
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 21 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Setúbal to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Setúbal to Madrid will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 3 buses that leave Setúbal for Madrid on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 492 km distance in an average of 9 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 35 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 12 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Setúbal to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Setúbal to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 492 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price Cheapest | €130 Average price | €99 Average price |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 11m Average total duration 13h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Setúbal to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Setúbal to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 1:45 PM Setúbal, Interface Transportes | 8h44 | 10:29 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:45 PM Setúbal, Interface Transportes | 7h30 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
4822 | 10:45 PM Setúbal, Terminal Rodoviário de Setúbal TST | 6h35 | 5:20 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Setúbal to Madrid
Buses from Setúbal to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 492 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 492 km |
Average bus duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:25 |
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FAQs: Bus from Setúbal to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Setúbal 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 Setúbal, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Setúbal, Terminal Rodoviário de Setúbal TST and Setúbal, Interface Transportes. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your route in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Setúbal, Terminal Rodoviário de Setúbal TST, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 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 Setúbal 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
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