- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 54 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
383 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Gijón to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gijón to Madrid will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 14 buses that leave Gijón for Madrid on Tue, Aug 25, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct buses cover the 383 km distance in an average of 5 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gijón to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $20.
Distance: 237 miles (383 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $217 Average price | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Gijón to Madrid:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gijón to Madrid costing on average $65 (€52).
A bus is $161 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gijón to Madrid costing on average $217 (€175).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 58m.
Bus takes on average 6h 30m.
Tickets start at around $57 (€46) compared to roughly $97 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€32). The journey takes 6h 30m versus 4h 51m 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.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar.
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 | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h16 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Gijón to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 8h15 | 6:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:15 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 7:00 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy | 2:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 2:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 7:30 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 2:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h15 | 8:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 9:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h15 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 5h55 | 9:55 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h05 | 10:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h15 | 12:15 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 1:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 4:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Gijon, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 4:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Gijón to Madrid run on average 34 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 29 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 237 miles (383 km) distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 237 miles (383 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 29 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
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Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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There are 30 buses a day from Gijón to Madrid, of which 22 are direct. On the other hand, during the weekend, the frequency is reduced to 3 direct trips and only 1 with a stopover. The duration of the route of the buses without stops is of 5 hours and 35 minutes as minimum. On the other hand, when they make at least 1 interval, it takes more than 7 hours to reach their destination.
All the buses that go from Gijón to Madrid are programmed by ALSA. The company has 3 different types of fares: minimum, reduced and flexible, which allow changes and cancellations. Buses from Gijón to Madrid have comfortable seats, entertainment on board, WC, free wifi connection and plugs for electronic devices in each seat.
The fastest bus from Gijón to Madrid takes 5 hours and 35 minutes to reach its destination, without making any stop. Other itineraries, less fast, have a duration of 7 hours and 16 minutes. Those who make at least one stop, take more than 7 hours to reach the Spanish capital.
From Monday to Saturday there are 30 buses from Gijón to Madrid available that cover the 383 kilometers that separate both Spanish cities; 22 are direct and 8 are transshipment. On the other hand, every Sunday the frequency goes down to 3 direct routes and 1 with scale operated by the company ALSA.
Gijón Bus Station: is located on Magnus Blikstad Street, near the city centre. To travel by public transport to the station, ideally take the bus lines L10, L24 or L25. The site has a large waiting room, cafeteria, information centre and parking.
Southern bus station of Madrid, Barajas T4 airport and Moncloa: you can get to the South station of Madrid by bus lines 148 and 152; to the airport by bus line 203; and to Moncloa by city bus lines C1, C2 and N21. All stations have automatic teller machines, free wifi connection, parking, shops and large waiting rooms.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gijón 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 Gijón to Madrid buses use the Gijon, Estación de Autobuses 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 Gijón 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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