- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$101
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$109
Fastest journey on Oct 29
1 d 1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
1 d 2 h 46 m
Buses on Oct 29
8
Distance
1378 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Aachen to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Madrid will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $101.
It's difficult to get from Aachen to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Aachen to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 25h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 856 miles (1378 km) distance in 22h 45m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Aachen to Madrid.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 36h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $256 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 36h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 36h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 35h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $334 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 33h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 30h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $134 |
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 27h05 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 27h35 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 26h50 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 29h00 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 25h35 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 26h45 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße | 36h30 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
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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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Most Aachen to Madrid buses use the Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Aachen and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße. ATMs are available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße.
Available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen, Henricistraße / Kühlwetterstraße: Accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
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, 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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