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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
€28
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
7 h 29 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
500 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Humberto Delgado Airport to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Humberto Delgado Airport to Madrid will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 10 buses that leave Humberto Delgado Airport for Madrid on Wed, Aug 05, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 500 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 29 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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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FlixBus
NormalBuses from Humberto Delgado Airport to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:45, the last at 22:16. The fastest bus covers the 310 miles (500 km) distance in 6h 44m.
Distance 310 miles (500 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 44m |
First bus 9:45 AM |
Last bus 10:16 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:29PM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:44AM | Duration 7h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 06:59AM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €28 |
The table below shows live departures for Humberto Delgado Airport to Madrid buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 9:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h29 | 5:44 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h45 | 6:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h45 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h15 | 6:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h15 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h44 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
Normal | 10:45 AM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h44 | 7:29 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h00 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 8h15 | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:30 PM Lisboa, Aeroporto Humberto Delgado (Terminal 1 - Estação de metrô) | 7h45 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Humberto Delgado Airport 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 Humberto Delgado Airport to Madrid buses use the Lisboa, Gare Oriente 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 Humberto Delgado Airport and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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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