- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
10 h 4 m
Average duration
11 h 31 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
567 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lagos to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lagos to Madrid will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Lagos to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lagos to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 352 miles (567 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$74 Average price Cheapest | $174 Average price |
11h 43m Average total duration 11h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Lagos to Madrid:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lagos to Madrid costing on average $104 (€84).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 58m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:04PM | Duration 12h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:12PM | Duration 14h12 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:12PM | Duration 11h42 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 13h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Lagos to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, August 16. 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 | 3:15 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h25 | 5:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h55 | 6:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h10 | 6:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h40 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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+ 3162 | 1:30 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 15h55 | 6:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06015 | 5:45 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h19 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h05 | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h35 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | 8:00 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 14h12 | 11:12 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06015 | 8:00 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h04 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | 8:00 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 14h12 | 11:12 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h10 | 10:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h35 | 10:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h55 | 11:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h25 | 11:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | 10:30 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h42 | 11:12 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06217 | 10:30 AM Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h42 | 11:12 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lagos to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 11h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 352 miles (567 km) distance in 12h 10m.
Distance 352 miles (567 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 12h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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.
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
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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Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lagos 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 Lagos to Madrid buses use the Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário 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 Lagos and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante O Camilo (0.5 km), Adega da Marina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário: 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.
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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