- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Covilha to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Covilha to Madrid will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
It's difficult to get from Covilha to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Covilha to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator Comboios De Portugal | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
The table below shows live departures for Covilha 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 | 4:35 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 12h05 | 5:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:35 PM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 12h35 | 6:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 7h00 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) | 7h30 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Covilha 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 Covilha to Madrid buses use the Covilhã, Alameda da Europa (Central de Camionagem) to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Covilha and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, 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, 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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