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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 on Sep 01
$112
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$134
Fastest journey on Sep 01
1 d 17 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
1 d 19 h 42 m
Buses on Sep 01
5
Distance
2171 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Łódź to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Łódź to Madrid will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
It's difficult to get from Łódź 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 Łódź to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $150 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 38h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $150, while a train costs an average of $709.
Distance: 1348 miles (2171 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$150 Average price Cheapest | $709 Average price | $696 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
38h 6m Average total duration Fastest 37h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48h 51m Average total duration 48h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Łódź to Madrid:
A bus is $559 (€452) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Łódź to Madrid costing on average $709 (€574).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 48h 21m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 45h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 45h25 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 45h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 44h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 44h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 43h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 47h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 41h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 41h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 47h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 42h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $174 |
The table below shows live departures for Łódź to Madrid buses for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:05 PM Łódź | 43h10 | 8:15 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Łódź | 41h50 | 7:55 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 45h40 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 45h10 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 AM Łódź, Fabryczna | 44h45 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Łódź to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 37h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $108 (€87) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1348 miles (2171 km) distance in 41h 5m.
Distance 1348 miles (2171 km) |
Average bus duration 37h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€87) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 41h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Łódź 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 Łódź to Madrid buses use the Łódź, Fabryczna 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 Łódź and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Łódź, Fabryczna is 2 km from Łódź city centre. Public transport options include:
Łódź, Fabryczna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple fast food outlets available.
WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Łódź, Fabryczna.
Available at Łódź, Fabryczna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Łódź, Fabryczna: Wheelchair accessible paths available.
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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