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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
$59
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 4 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Irun to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irun to Madrid will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 9 buses that leave Irun for Madrid on Thu, Aug 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 27 the direct buses cover the 361 km distance in an average of 7 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Thu, Aug 27 the slowest buses will take 7 h 14 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 Irun to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 31m. 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 train costs an average of $6, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $335 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 6h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg 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 Irun to Madrid:
A train is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Irun to Madrid costing on average $64 (€52).
A train is $277 (€223) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Irun to Madrid costing on average $335 (€269).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 22m.
Train takes on average 6h 43m.
Tickets start at around $64 (€52) compared to roughly $124 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $59 (€48). The journey takes 6h 22m versus 4h 44m 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, 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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:31PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 7h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Irun to Madrid buses for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Supra Economy · Normal | 2:00 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h30 | 9:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 3:31 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h14 | 10:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 27 | |||||
Normal | 8:15 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h10 | 3:25 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 8:15 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 6h55 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 8:15 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 7h00 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Irun to Madrid run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 12:05 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.
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.
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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.
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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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Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
The Alsa company is in charge of managing the Irún Madrid buses. This is a company with an experienced trajectory in the sector, whose fleet of vehicles stands out for its interior comfort, ample legroom, large windows and, in a good number of them, the presence of individual tablet, so that personalized leisure is a reality.
The distance separating these two Spanish cities is about 465 kilometers. The Irún Madrid buses that make the journey without stopovers take between 6 hours and 7 hours and 14 minutes. In addition, there are 2 services with a stopover and stopover in Vitoria, the full duration of which can reach 9 hours and 30 minutes. The whole trip is made by motorway.
There are 5 different alternatives to make this trip, although the possibilities of choosing time are limited, because all departures are concentrated between 14:45 and 15:31 hours. Arrival in Madrid is, therefore, always by night, since in no case is it made before 21:45 hours.
Kalea Station in Irun: is located next to the train station, in the heart of the city centre and 650 metres from the Ensanche square, which can be reached by an 8-kilometre walk. There is also a taxi rank and the possibility of taking the bus. This is a pleasant, simple, well-equipped station, which includes luggage storage, information service and, in its surroundings, a multitude of services.
Avenida América de Madrid interchange station: located in the Chamartín district, connects intercity and long-distance bus lines arriving from the A-2 with metro lines 4, 6, 7 and 9, as well as with different buses, such as 12, 29 and 52. It has a two-storey public car park and is very adaptable for reduced mobility.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irun 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 Irun to Madrid buses use the Irun, Txanaleta Plaza to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Use this guide to compare Irun and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Irun, Txanaleta Plaza has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza.
Ticket office support is available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza.
Available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Irun, Txanaleta Plaza: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América 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 Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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.
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