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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from A Coruña to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from A Coruña to Madrid will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 7 buses that leave A Coruña for Madrid on Sat, Aug 29, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 509 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from A Coruña to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $49.
Distance: 316 miles (509 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price | $198 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg 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 A Coruña to Madrid:
A bus is $24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from A Coruña to Madrid costing on average $89.
A bus is $132 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from A Coruña to Madrid costing on average $198.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 19m.
Bus takes on average 6h 21m.
Tickets start at around $66 compared to roughly $122 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $57. The journey takes 6h 21m versus 5h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
The table below shows live departures for A Coruña to Madrid buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 AM A Coruña | 6h40 | 5:40 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from A Coruña to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 but you can travel from only $18 by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 316 miles (509 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 316 miles (509 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
A Coruña-Madrid buses leave from the bus station of the Galician city, and have three points of arrival in the capital of Spain: terminal 4 of the Madrid - Barajas Adolfo Suárez airport, the Moncloa interchange and the Madrid - Sur bus station. All the buses make the route in a direct way, having up to seven a day. With Omio, buying the ticket is as easy as using the search engine or the exclusive app.
The only company that provides the bus service A Coruña-Madrid is ALSA.
The bus journey between A Coruña and Madrid has an average duration of 8 hours . The fastest one is the one that leaves at 23.30 from the Galician city, which takes 7 hours in total. On the other hand, the slowest leaves at 10.45 and has a duration of 8 hours and 45 minutes.
The early morning bus leaves at 6.40 a.m. from the Galician city and arrives in the capital of Spain at 1.55 p.m. The last one is the already mentioned of the 23.30.
The average ticket price is 50€
There are several urban bus lines that arrive at A Coruña station, among them the 20, the 24 and the UDC. From the places to which it arrives in Madrid, Moncloa connects with buses 573 601 611 611A 612 613 621 622 623 624 625 626 627 628 629, among others. The T4 has a metro stop with line 8. The Madrid Sur bus station is connected by suburban trains on lines C-1, C-7 and C-10, as well as numerous urban bus lines.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from A Coruña 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.

Most A Coruña to Madrid buses use the A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa). Use this guide to compare A Coruña and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses is 2 km from A Coruña city centre. Public transport options include:
A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small café and snack bars inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses. ATMs are aTM machines are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at A Coruña, Estación de Autobuses: Wheelchair accessible routes are available.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Elevators, ramps.
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) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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