The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€60
Fastest journey on Sep 20
9 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
9 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 20
1
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 492 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.
Normal11:45 PM9h15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)9:00 AMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Normal11:45 PM9h15Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)9:00 AMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, while a flight costs an average of €226.
Distance: 305 miles (492 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€66 Average price | €226 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 22m Average total duration 9h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao:
A train is €50 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao costing on average €66.
A train is €210 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao costing on average €226.
Other travel options to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 15m.
Bus takes on average 9h 52m.
Tickets start at around €66 compared to roughly €124 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €58. The journey takes 9h 52m versus 5h 34m 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, Alsa Supra.
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.
Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h15 | 9:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 21:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 305 miles (492 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 305 miles (492 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 9:00 PM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, Alsa Supra from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel CastelaoYou can travel by bus between Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao with Alsa, FlixBus, Alsa Supra for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao 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 Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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