The cheapest and fastest buses from Toulouse to Madrid
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
11 h 48 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Toulouse to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Madrid will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 8 buses that leave Toulouse for Madrid on Sat, May 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 553 km distance in an average of 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 13 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.
Normal · Normal8:15 AM14h20Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)10:35 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€331One-way1 transfer
318611:50 PM10h05Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)9:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:00 PM12h15Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)10:15 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€851One-way1 transfer
FlixBus10:55 PM9h45Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)8:40 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€861One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:35 PM16h20Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)2:55 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€1031One-way1 transfer
FlixBus10:55 PM9h45Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)8:40 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€861One-way0 transfers
318611:50 PM10h05Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)9:55 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:00 PM12h15Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)10:15 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€851One-way1 transfer
50024 · 31618:45 PM13h00Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)9:45 AMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€1751One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:15 PM13h55Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau)8:10 AMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€1141One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Toulouse to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €38.
Distance: 553 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€52 Average price Cheapest | €254 Average price |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Toulouse to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Toulouse to Madrid buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50024 · 3161 | 8:45 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 13h00 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 11h30 | 9:30 AM Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 16h20 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 9h45 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
3186 | 11:50 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 10h05 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:15 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 14h20 | 10:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 15h40 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 13h55 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Toulouse to Madrid
Buses from Toulouse to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 553 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 553 km |
Average bus duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar, Internorte from Toulouse to MadridYou can travel by bus between Toulouse to Madrid with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Alsa, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar, Internorte for as low as €28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Toulouse to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toulouse 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Toulouse to Madrid
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 22, 23, 27, 39 Metro: A Train: TGV, TER
- 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
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