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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$137
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
22 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Girona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Girona to Madrid will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $137.
It's difficult to get from Girona to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Girona to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 28m. 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 train costs an average of $39, and a bus costs an average of $83.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$183 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Girona to Madrid:
A train is $100 (€81) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Girona to Madrid costing on average $183 (€148).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Bus takes on average 9h 20m.
You'll arrive about -2h -50m sooner (9h 20m by bus vs 7h 30m by car) and save roughly $-44.24 (€-35.78) compared to fuel and tolls ($183 (€148) vs $139 (€112)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
The table below shows live departures for Girona to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 PM Girona, Estació d'Autobusos | 22h05 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 AM Girona, Estació d'Autobusos | 27h05 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Girona to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 22h 5m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 22h 5m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s leading museum of modern and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside works by Dalí and Miró.
Major collection spanning medieval to modern art, with celebrated works by Caravaggio, Monet, Van Gogh, Hopper, and Kandinsky.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, rowing, people-watching, and seeing monuments such as the Crystal Palace.
The symbolic center of Madrid and Spain’s radial road network, always busy and central to city life and celebrations.
Madrid’s best-known boulevard, lined with landmark architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop viewpoints popular with visitors.
Madrid’s classic chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s signature comfort dishes.
A famous Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich Madrid-style tripe stew cooked with chorizo, morcilla, and paprika. It is a traditional cold-weather dish with deep roots in local tavern cuisine.
Historic restaurant founded in the 18th century, famous for roast suckling pig and other classic Castilian dishes in an old-world setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and classic Madrid dining. The atmosphere is polished but rooted in old tavern tradition.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. A strong choice for an authentic, traditional meal.
Moderate for Western Europe: tapas and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; about 5-10% in restaurants for great service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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The journey between Girona and Madrid is covered every day by several buses that complete their itinerary in at least 9 hours and 20 minutes. Both direct buses and itineraries with transfers in Barcelona or Zaragoza are programmed for this route. All buses depart in the morning from the Girona bus station and end their journey at the Avenida América interchange or at terminal 4 at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas airport.
The fastest Gerona Madrid buses complete their route in 9 hours and 20 minutes. The estimated travel time for buses with 1 transfer is 10 hours and 50 minutes. The duration of the different routes is subject to small variations depending on the state of the traffic.
Every day there are 3 Gerona Madrid buses available; 1 direct and 2 with 1 transfer in Zaragoza or Barcelona. This frequency is maintained on weekends and public holidays.
Gerona bus station : it is located in the Plaza de España, next to the railway station. Urban bus 602 provides access from the city centre to this station in about 20 minutes. In its enclosure the travellers have to their disposition automatic tellers, service of consigna, cafeteria, kiosk, premises of fast food and parking.
Avenida de América station and Adolfo Suárez airport terminal 4: Avenida América station is located in Avenida Homónima, in the northeast of the centre of the capital of Spain. To get from this station to the city centre, travellers can take the city bus line 52. The journey takes about 30 minutes. It has shops, cafeteria, cloakroom, elevators, automatic teller machines and parking. Buses that make 1 transfer end their journey in terminal 4 at Madrid airport. From there it is possible to access the center of Madrid in 15 minutes through the line 8 of the metro.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Girona 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.

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