- Must visit
Musée Labenche
Brive’s main art and history museum, with collections on archaeology, local heritage, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$38
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$40
Fastest journey on Sep 18
17 h 44 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
17 h 44 m
Buses on Sep 18
2
Distance
678 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 buses from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 678 km distance in an average of 17 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 44 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 17 h 44 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $89 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, while a flight costs an average of $400.
Distance: 421 miles (678 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price Cheapest | $400 Average price | $181 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
12h 51m Average total duration 12h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde:
A bus is $311 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde costing on average $400.
Other travel options to Brive-la-Gaillarde take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 21m.
Tickets start at around $89 compared to roughly $181 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $92. The journey takes 12h 21m versus 8h 31m 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.
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 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:44AM | Duration 17h44 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:44AM | Duration 17h44 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 33h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 32h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 32h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 30h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:14AM | Duration 14h24 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 04:14AM | Duration 13h19 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 28h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 28h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:14AM | Duration 13h19 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 27h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 27h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 25h16 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $103 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal+ 4761 · 50049 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 30h20 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 4761 · 50049 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 30h20 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ 4761 · 50049 | 2:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 28h50 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h24 | 5:14 AM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy+ 4761 · 50049 | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 28h35 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
Supra Economy+ 4761 · 50049 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 28h20 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h19 | 5:14 AM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 4761 · 50049 | 4:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 27h35 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 4761 · 50049 | 4:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 27h05 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 4761 · 50049 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 26h50 | 7:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
3187 · 50050 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h50 | 12:20 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h20 | 12:10 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 1 transfer | |
3160 · 8500 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h00 | 12:30 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 19h00 | 5:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 18h40 | 5:35 PM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 25h16 | 1:15 AM Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
![]() | 9:00 AM Madrid | 17h44 | 2:44 AM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Madrid | 17h44 | 3:44 AM Brive-la-Gaillarde | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde run on average 10 times per day, taking around 12h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 421 miles (678 km) distance in 10h 50m.
Distance 421 miles (678 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Brive-la-Gaillarde — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Brive-la-Gaillarde trip today.
Brive’s main art and history museum, with collections on archaeology, local heritage, and decorative arts.
Contemporary exhibition venue in a former chapel, hosting varied art shows in a striking heritage space.
Science and culture center with interactive displays and temporary exhibitions suited to families and curious visitors.
Lively central market hall and surrounding area, prized for architecture, atmosphere, and everyday local life.
Main square beside Saint-Martin, ideal for admiring heritage buildings and experiencing the heart of Brive.
Historic shopping street lined with old façades, a classic walk for discovering Brive’s urban character.
Mild blue-veined cow’s milk cheese from Corrèze. It is the area’s signature AOP cheese and a classic taste of the local terroir.
Chestnut liqueur from the Limousin area, often drunk as an aperitif or digestif. It reflects the region’s long chestnut-growing tradition.
Thin buckwheat pancakes often filled with local cheese, ham, mushrooms, or egg. A rustic staple found across southwest-central France.
Respected fine-dining table in the Brive area, appreciated for elegant presentations, careful technique, and quality local ingredients.
Established central brasserie known for refined regional cuisine, seasonal products, and a polished yet relaxed atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving hearty southwestern dishes and regional specialties in a convivial, old-style setting.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transit and daily basics stay fairly affordable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafés.
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Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rond-Point de la Vézère (Centre Commercial Ouest) -> Brive-la-Gaillarde Centre-Ville
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde 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 Brive-la-Gaillarde, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Brive-la-Gaillarde buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) station pair, with some services arriving at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rond-Point de la Vézère (Centre Commercial Ouest). Use this guide to compare Madrid and Brive-la-Gaillarde bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) is 4 km from Brive-la-Gaillarde city centre. Public transport options include:
Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche). ATMs are available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche).
Ticket office support is available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche).
Available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rue Lucien Nouet (Pôle d'Echanges Brive Laroche): Wheelchair accessible curbs and walkways provided.
Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rond-Point de la Vézère (Centre Commercial Ouest) is 3 km from Brive-la-Gaillarde city centre. Public transport options include:
Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rond-Point de la Vézère (Centre Commercial Ouest) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, and WC.
Available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rond-Point de la Vézère (Centre Commercial Ouest): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Brive-la-Gaillarde, Rond-Point de la Vézère (Centre Commercial Ouest).
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