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Artium Museoa
Leading Basque contemporary art museum with works by major Spanish and international artists. Essential for modern culture in the city.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€34
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€39
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 4 m
Buses on Sep 18
7
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 7 buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 276 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, while a flight costs an average of €232.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€39 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €232 Average price | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz:
A train is €12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average €39.
A train is €205 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average €232.
Other travel options to Vitoria-Gasteiz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 12m.
Train takes on average 4h 33m.
Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €17. The journey takes 4h 12m versus 3h 13m 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, BlaBlaCar, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 06:09AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 9h08 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 11:22AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 11h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 12:22PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 10h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator iryo | Departure Time 02:42PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 8h03 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €43 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Supra Economy | 8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 12:15 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h15 | 1:30 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
06011+ Normal | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h38 | 7:35 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
06011+ Normal | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h03 | 4:00 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
06111+ Normal | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h13 | 7:35 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
06121+ Normal | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h13 | 7:35 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 7:15 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 9:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h50 | 1:05 AM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
06261+ Normal | 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h01 | 1:10 PM Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:45, the last at 18:15. The fastest bus covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 10:45 AM |
Last bus 6:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Vitoria-Gasteiz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vitoria-Gasteiz trip today.
Leading Basque contemporary art museum with works by major Spanish and international artists. Essential for modern culture in the city.
Natural sciences museum in a medieval tower. Strong on fossils, minerals, and local ecosystems, making it a rewarding family visit.
Archaeology museum covering Álava from prehistory to the Middle Ages. Excellent for understanding the region before exploring the old town.
Central square anchored by the city’s iconic monument and framed by elegant buildings. It is a natural meeting point and sightseeing stop.
The medieval old town climbs a hill through narrow streets and historic houses. It is the city’s essential area for walking and heritage.
Wetland park on the city’s green belt with birdlife, walkways, and an observatory. A standout example of Vitoria-Gasteiz sustainable planning.
Small open sandwich on bread, usually topped with local produce, seafood, or cured meats. Central to Basque bar culture and a must in Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Traditional Basque black pudding made with onion and pork blood. In Álava it is prized for its soft texture and rich flavor.
Slow-cooked stew of white beans with chorizo, pork, and blood sausage. A hearty inland Basque dish common in cooler months.
Michelin-starred restaurant known for refined Basque tasting menus in an elegant setting near central Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Historic traditional restaurant and bar, famous for pintxos, local dishes, and a classic old-town atmosphere.
Well-regarded grill restaurant specializing in Basque meats and seasonal produce, with a polished but welcoming dining room.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and dining are often cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while local buses and casual meals stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change in cafes is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz buses use the Madrid, Avenida de América to Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Barajas Airport and Vitoria-Gasteiz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación 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), Fast Food Outlet (in the station), Coffee Shop (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Ticket office support is available at Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses.
Available at Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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