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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
€83
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
15 h 30 m
Average duration
17 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lourdes to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lourdes to Madrid will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €83.
It's difficult to get from Lourdes 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 Lourdes to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a train costs an average of €94.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€72 Average price Cheapest | €102 Average price | €127 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 25m Average total duration Fastest 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 21m Average total duration 14h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lourdes to Madrid:
A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lourdes to Madrid costing on average €102.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 51m.
Tickets start at around €72 compared to roughly €127 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €55. The journey takes 10h 55m versus 6h 51m 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 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €73 |
The table below shows live departures for Lourdes to Madrid buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Lourdes, Gare SNCF | 15h30 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Lourdes, Gare SNCF | 18h55 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Lourdes to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 15h 10m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 10m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
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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 Lourdes 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 Lourdes to Madrid buses use the Lourdes, Gare SNCF 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 Lourdes and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lourdes, Gare SNCF has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF. ATMs are available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF.
Ticket office support is available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF.
Available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF: Wheelchair accessible with 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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