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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 on Oct 05
$150
Average ticket price on Oct 05
$182
Fastest journey on Oct 05
1 d 1 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 05
1 d 4 h 39 m
Buses on Oct 05
6
Distance
1447 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Madrid will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Düsseldorf to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 25h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 but you can travel from only $18 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 899 miles (1447 km) distance in 23h 15m.
Distance 899 miles (1447 km) |
Average bus duration 25h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 23h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 28h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 26h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 32h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 32h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 33h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, October 4. 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 | 10:35 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 26h45 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
50429 · 3163 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 28h30 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 32h45 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 33h40 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 26h20 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 25h35 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 27h35 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 31h00 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Madrid buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf 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 Düsseldorf and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen). ATMs are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen).
Available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, Terminal Ring (Flughafen): Bus stop is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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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