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Contemporary art center in the wider region, valued for ambitious exhibitions and architecture, suitable for a cultural day trip from Beasain.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$51
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$60
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 24 m
Buses on Sep 19
15
Distance
318 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Beasain is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Beasain will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 15 buses from Madrid to Beasain, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 318 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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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Supra Economy · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Beasain among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $292.
Distance: 197 miles (318 km)
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$30 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $292 Average price | $85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 1.9kg 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 Beasain:
A train is $0.81 (€0.66) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Beasain costing on average $30 (€25).
A train is $263 (€215) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Beasain costing on average $292 (€239).
Other travel options to Beasain take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 11m.
Bus takes on average 5h 53m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€25) compared to roughly $85 (€70) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€45). The journey takes 5h 53m versus 4h 7m 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 01:20PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $51 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Beasain buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:50 PM Madrid | 4h50 | 5:40 PM Beasain | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Madrid | 4h10 | 7:00 PM Beasain | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Madrid | 4h30 | 8:10 PM Beasain | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Madrid | 4h35 | 8:50 PM Beasain | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Madrid | 4h50 | 9:10 PM Beasain | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 12:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 8h55 | 9:25 AM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 12:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 12h50 | 1:20 PM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 12:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h40 | 9:25 AM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 12:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h35 | 1:20 PM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 8h30 | 7:00 PM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 11h40 | 10:10 PM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h25 | 10:10 PM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h15 | 7:00 PM Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Beasain run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 197 miles (318 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 197 miles (318 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Beasain — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Beasain trip today.
Contemporary art center in the wider region, valued for ambitious exhibitions and architecture, suitable for a cultural day trip from Beasain.
Main cultural visit in Beasain, this museum interprets the Igartza monumental complex and the town’s medieval, industrial, and river heritage.
Museum space dedicated to the historic Igartza ironworks, explaining traditional metallurgy and the area’s industrial development.
Beasain’s best-known heritage walk, combining river views, historic buildings, and the town’s signature monumental complex.
Central square used for local events and daily town life, ideal for orienting yourself and experiencing Beasain’s civic atmosphere.
Main urban park in Beasain, popular for relaxed walks, greenery, and a pause between heritage stops in the center.
Bean stew from nearby Tolosa made with dark local beans, often served with pickled peppers and pork. A Basque staple loved across Gipuzkoa.
Grilled cod, usually salt cod, cooked simply over embers. It reflects the Basque mastery of charcoal grilling and seafood tradition.
Thick T-bone steak from mature beef, grilled over charcoal and served rare. It is one of the most iconic dishes in Gipuzkoa cider houses.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant in nearby Ordizia with creative Basque cuisine, polished service, and a strong regional reputation.
Traditional Basque grill restaurant in Beasain known for steaks, seasonal produce, and a classic local dining atmosphere.
Established Beasain dining venue serving Basque dishes and grilled specialties in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Moderate for Spain. Dining is fair value, while hotels in the Basque area can cost more than smaller inland towns. Local rail and buses are reasonably priced.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is enough in cafes.
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Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) -> Beasain, Barrendain Plaza
Multiple buses depart daily from Madrid to Beasain; both direct routes and 1 transfer in Burgos or Vitoria. The direct Madrid Beasain buses have an average duration of 6 hours and are scheduled at different times in the morning, afternoon and evening. This itinerary can begin at the Avenida de América station, at Terminal 4 of Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez airport or at Madrid's South station. The route ends in the Guipuzcoan town of Beasain.
The Madrid Beasain buses belong to the Alsa company. For this route it operates with the Normal service in the case of direct buses, and with the Supra Economy service on some routes with 1 transfer. Both services offer a fleet of buses with free wifi, WC, seats with footrests and Canal OcioBus, with audiovisual content for travellers.
Every day an average of 34 buses depart from Madrid to Beasain. 11 of them are direct and depart in the morning, afternoon and evening. Buses with 1 transfer are also scheduled at different day and night times.
South station, Avenida de América station and terminal 4 at Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez airport : metro line 3 connects the centre of Madrid with the South station in about 10 minutes. This station has parking, lockers, escalators, cafeteria and shops. Bus line 52 connects the city centre with Avenida de América station in 30 minutes. The Avenida de América station facilities house a cafeteria, shops, elevators, lockers, cashpoint machines and parking. Metro line 8 departs from Nuevos Ministerios to the airport, with an estimated travel time of 15 minutes.
Station of Calle Trembide and Calle Ordizia: Madrid Beasain buses end their journey in Calle Trembide or Calle Ordizia. Both near the center of this town guipuzcoana.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Beasain 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 Beasain, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Beasain buses use the Madrid, Avenida de América to Beasain, Trenbide kalea / Barrendain Plaza (Estación de tren) station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Beasain bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América 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 Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: 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.
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.
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