- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s flagship art museum, renowned for Spanish masters such as Velázquez and Goya, plus major European works. One of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 2 buses that leave A Coruña station for Madrid Barajas Airport on Sun, Jul 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 513 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $68, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 318 miles (513 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price | $77 Average price | $144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $77 (€63).
A bus is $63 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $136 (€112).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 56m.
Bus takes on average 7h 15m.
Tickets start at around $73 (€60) compared to roughly $144 (€118) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70 (€58). The journey takes 7h 15m versus 5h 37m 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:45 AM A Coruña station | 9h15 | 7:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 AM A Coruña station | 9h15 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from A Coruña station to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $68 (€56) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:40, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 318 miles (513 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 318 miles (513 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€56) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 4:40 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Madrid’s flagship art museum, renowned for Spanish masters such as Velázquez and Goya, plus major European works. One of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Spain’s leading museum of modern and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, with an accessible overview from medieval painting to 20th-century works.
Madrid’s most famous avenue, lined with historic buildings, theaters, shopping, rooftop views, and nonstop urban energy.
Madrid’s best-known park, ideal for walking, boating, monuments, gardens, and relaxed breaks between museum visits.
A historic neighborhood of narrow streets and lively plazas, appreciated for traditional Madrid atmosphere and local character.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with the city center and a beloved local snack.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, traditionally served in stages and prized as a hearty regional staple.
A rich Madrid-style tripe stew, usually cooked with chorizo and morcilla, known for its deep flavor and old-school tavern tradition.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian specialties, with an old-world dining atmosphere in central Madrid.
An iconic Madrid restaurant best known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking, popular with both locals and visitors.
A long-running tavern celebrated for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots, offering a classic and rustic setting.
Airport prices run above central Madrid, but coffee, snacks, and casual meals remain manageable by Western European standards.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good table service. Not expected for coffee bars or fast food; taxis are usually rounded up.
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