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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
15 h 35 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
590 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €89.
Distance: 366 miles (590 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€63 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price | €185 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid costing on average €89.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 20m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €33 |
The table below shows live departures for Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid buses for today, Monday, August 3. 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 | 7:55 PM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 19h00 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 12h45 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
3134 · 3186 | 9:30 PM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 12h25 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 17h10 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie | 16h35 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 366 miles (590 km) distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 366 miles (590 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid buses use the Carcassonne, Boulevard de Varsovie 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 Cité de Carcassonne and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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