The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Fuenterrabia
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Fuenterrabia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Fuenterrabia will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 6 buses that leave Madrid for Fuenterrabia on Fri, Jun 26, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 365 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
9:35 PM6h55Madrid4:30 AMFuenterrabia$351One-way0 transfers
10:25 PM7h05Madrid5:30 AMFuenterrabia$351One-way0 transfers
1:50 PM15h05Madrid4:55 AMFuenterrabia$391One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM7h45Madrid7:45 PMFuenterrabia$551One-way0 transfers
9:25 PM7h05Madrid4:30 AMFuenterrabia$631One-way0 transfers
9:35 PM6h55Madrid4:30 AMFuenterrabia$351One-way0 transfers
10:25 PM7h05Madrid5:30 AMFuenterrabia$351One-way0 transfers
9:25 PM7h05Madrid4:30 AMFuenterrabia$631One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM7h45Madrid7:45 PMFuenterrabia$551One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM7h45Madrid6:45 PMFuenterrabia$641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Fuenterrabia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Fuenterrabia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $43.
Distance: 226 miles (365 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $136 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Fuenterrabia:
A train is $1 (€0.91) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Fuenterrabia costing on average $46 (€38).
A train is $90 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Fuenterrabia costing on average $136 (€112).
Other travel options to Fuenterrabia take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 31m.
Train takes on average 6h 46m.
Tickets start at around $46 (€38) compared to roughly $94 (€78) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€40). The journey takes 6h 31m versus 4h 55m 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.
Madrid to Fuenterrabia Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 12:04AM | Duration 8h09 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Live departures
Madrid to Fuenterrabia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Fuenterrabia buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 7h25 | 2:25 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h10 | 2:25 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 7h45 | 8:45 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h30 | 8:45 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h30 | 8:45 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 8h15 | 11:15 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h55 | 11:10 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h00 | 11:15 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h04 | 11:59 PM Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h09 | 12:04 AM Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 7h10 | 11:10 PM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h55 | 6:30 AM Hendaye, Avenida D'espagne | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h15 | 7:00 AM Irun, Txanaleta Plaza | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Fuenterrabia
Buses from Madrid to Fuenterrabia run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) but you can travel from only $25 (€21) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 226 miles (365 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 226 miles (365 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus from Madrid to FuenterrabiaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Fuenterrabia with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus for as low as $25 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Fuenterrabia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Fuenterrabia 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 Fuenterrabia, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Fuenterrabia
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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