- 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 Sep 18
€95
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€100
Fastest journey on Sep 18
21 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
23 h 48 m
Buses on Sep 18
3
Distance
890 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brest to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brest to Madrid will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €95.
It's difficult to get from Brest to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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52197 · 4003Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brest to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €122 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €122, while a flight costs an average of €540.
Distance: 553 miles (890 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€122 Average price Cheapest | €540 Average price | €577 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 55m Average total duration 20h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brest to Madrid:
A bus is €418 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brest to Madrid costing on average €540.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 25m.
Tickets start at around €122 compared to roughly €577 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €455. The journey takes 20h 25m versus 13h 38m 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.
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 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €109 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 27h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 25h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 26h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €108 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 35h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €111 |
The table below shows live departures for Brest to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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52197 · 4003 | 10:45 AM Brest, Gare routière | 26h30 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brest, Gare routière | 21h40 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Brest, Gare routière | 23h15 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Brest to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 20h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 553 miles (890 km) distance in 16h 45m.
Distance 553 miles (890 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 16h 45m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brest 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 Brest to Madrid buses use the Brest, Gare routière 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 Brest and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Brest, Gare routière is 1 km from Brest city centre. Public transport options include:
Brest, Gare routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Boulangerie du Voyageur (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Brest, Gare routière.
Available at Brest, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brest, Gare routière: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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.
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