- Must visit
Centro Niemeyer
Striking cultural center by Oscar Niemeyer with exhibitions, architecture, and events; Avilés' signature modern attraction.
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Avilés is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Avilés will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 7 buses that leave Madrid for Avilés on Tue, Aug 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct buses cover the 394 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Tue, Aug 25 the slowest buses will take 6 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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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Avilés among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €19.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price | €91 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Avilés:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Avilés costing on average €59.
A bus is €44 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Avilés costing on average €91.
Other travel options to Avilés take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 1m.
Bus takes on average 5h 17m.
Tickets start at around €46 compared to roughly €81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €35. The journey takes 5h 17m versus 4h 54m 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.
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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 7h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Avilés buses for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h16 | 7:15 AM Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 12:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h45 | 7:15 AM Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 6h15 | 3:45 PM Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h00 | 8:00 PM Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 2:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h30 | 9:45 PM Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:15 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 5h45 | 8:00 PM Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:15 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 6h30 | 9:45 PM Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Avilés run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €19 by flight.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Discover the best of Avilés — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Avilés trip today.
Striking cultural center by Oscar Niemeyer with exhibitions, architecture, and events; Avilés' signature modern attraction.
Municipal museum inside a historic house, presenting Avilés' urban history, archaeology, and local heritage in a compact format.
Exhibition venue in a former palace, hosting contemporary art, photography, and cultural programming in the old town.
Arcaded main street in the old town, lined with historic buildings and ideal for experiencing Avilés' medieval urban atmosphere.
Central square framed by arcades, church, and town hall, forming the social and architectural heart of historic Avilés.
Linear park and green promenade on the former rail corridor, popular for walking and a practical local favorite outside the core.
Asturian fabada is a slow-cooked bean stew with fabes, chorizo and pork. It is one of Asturias’ signature comfort dishes and widely loved in Avilés.
Large white beans stewed with clams in a saffron broth. This coastal Asturian classic combines the region’s prized fabes with fresh Cantabrian seafood.
A hearty fisherman’s stew made with rockfish, shellfish and potatoes. It reflects Avilés’ maritime heritage and is a staple on traditional menus.
Refined restaurant in the historic center known for updated Asturian cuisine, tasting menus and polished service in an elegant setting.
Popular cider house for hearty Asturian fare, grilled meats and sidra in a lively, informal setting favored by locals.
Established dining room serving traditional Asturian dishes and seafood with a classic atmosphere near the old town.
Moderate for Spain: meals and cafes are reasonable, while hotels rise in summer. Local buses are low cost, so day-to-day travel stays manageable.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; round up in taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Avilés 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 Avilés, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Avilés buses use the Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) to Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Avilés bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses).
Available at Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviles, Avenida de Los Telares (Estación de Autobuses): Station is fully accessible for passengers with limited mobility.
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