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Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$197
Average price
$242
Fastest journey
2 d 6 h 18 m
Average duration
2 d 10 h 38 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
2473 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Madrid will cost around $242 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $197.
Of the 6 buses that leave Bucharest for Madrid on Sat, Jun 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 2473 km distance in an average of 2 d 10 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 6 h 18 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 2 d 16 h 10 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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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 2.5 - 6.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $621.
Distance: 1536 miles (2473 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$236 Average price | $210 Average price Cheapest | $621 Average price |
58h 26m Average total duration 57h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 83h 19m Average total duration 82h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.5 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 7.4 - 14.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Madrid:
A flight is $26 (€21) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bucharest to Madrid costing on average $236 (€191).
A flight is $411 (€333) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bucharest to Madrid costing on average $621 (€503).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 57h 56m.
Train takes on average 82h 49m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 60h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 09:03AM | Duration 54h18 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $197 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 55h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 64h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $223 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 64h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 60h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $184 |
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Madrid buses for today, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 64h55 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:15 PM București, Autogara Militari | 60h15 | 10:30 AM Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 AM București, Autogara Militari | 60h10 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 3:45 AM Bucharest | 54h18 | 9:03 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM București, Autogara Militari | 55h50 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 64h10 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Bucharest to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 57h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $116 (€94) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1536 miles (2473 km) distance in 54h 18m.
Distance 1536 miles (2473 km) |
Average bus duration 57h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $116 (€94) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 54h 18m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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