- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
14 h 5 m
Average duration
15 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
803 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Avignon to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Avignon to Madrid will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 3 buses that leave Avignon for Madrid on Sun, Jul 12, 1 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 803 km distance in an average of 15 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 16 h 20 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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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Avignon to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $105.
Distance: 498 miles (803 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $268 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $236 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 15m Average total duration 14h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg 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 Avignon to Madrid:
A flight is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Avignon to Madrid costing on average $97 (€80).
A flight is $182 (€150) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Avignon to Madrid costing on average $268 (€221).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 6m.
Bus takes on average 14h 45m.
Tickets start at around $97 (€80) compared to roughly $236 (€194) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $140 (€115). The journey takes 14h 45m versus 10h 32m 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, Union Ivkoni International, 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 BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $247 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $238 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $152 |
The table below shows live departures for Avignon to Madrid 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
50844 · 3186 | 2:55 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 19h00 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:45 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 22h10 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 15h35 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Le Pontet, Avignon Gare de Bus (Ave. Charles de Gaulle) | 15h40 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Normal | 12:30 AM Avignon, Boulevard Saint-Roch (Gare Routière) | 16h15 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 AM Avignon, Boulevard Saint-Roch (Gare Routière) | 14h05 | 2:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 AM Avignon, Boulevard Saint-Roch (Gare Routière) | 16h20 | 4:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Avignon to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 498 miles (803 km) distance in 14h 20m.
Distance 498 miles (803 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 20m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and major 20th-century Spanish collections.
Major museum spanning Renaissance to modern art, complementing Prado and Reina Sofía with an accessible, broad collection.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, boating, monuments, and relaxed city breaks between museums.
Madrid’s best-known avenue for architecture, shopping, rooftops, theaters, and nonstop urban energy.
Central square and symbolic heart of Madrid, home to key landmarks and a constant flow of local life.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is one of the city’s most famous quick bites.
A hearty traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a rich paprika sauce. It is a historic tavern dish strongly linked to Madrid cuisine.
Historic restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian specialties. Traditional wood-fired cooking and a classic old-Madrid atmosphere make it one of the city’s landmark dining rooms.
Legendary Madrid restaurant best known for huevos rotos. Elegant but relaxed, it is a long-established favorite for classic Spanish cooking.
Traditional tavern celebrated for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. It offers a historic setting and one of the best-known versions of Madrid’s signature stew.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and tapas can be good value, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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