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Museum of Jewish History
Key museum in the Call district explaining Jewish life in medieval Girona, one of the city’s most important historical themes.
Cheapest price
$151
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
23 h 41 m
Average duration
23 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Girona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Girona will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Girona without transferring at least 2 times.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Girona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a bus costs an average of $80.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $100 Average price Cheapest | $137 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration Fastest 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Girona:
A train is $47 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Girona costing on average $147 (€121).
Other travel options to Girona take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 13m.
Bus takes on average 9h 23m.
You'll arrive about -3h -27m sooner (9h 23m by bus vs 6h 56m by car) and save roughly $-10.15 (€-8.32) compared to fuel and tolls ($147 (€121) vs $137 (€112)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 23h41 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $123 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Girona buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h05 | 11:40 PM Girona, Estació d'Autobusos | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 23h41 | 11:40 PM Girona, Estació d'Autobusos | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Madrid to Girona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 23h 15m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 23h 15m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Girona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Girona trip today.
Key museum in the Call district explaining Jewish life in medieval Girona, one of the city’s most important historical themes.
Major museum in the old episcopal palace with Romanesque to modern Catalan art and strong local religious collections.
Well-regarded museum tracing the history of moving images, pre-cinema devices, and early film culture in an engaging way.
Girona’s old town of medieval lanes, stairs, arcades, and hidden corners, essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Beautifully preserved Jewish Quarter with narrow stone streets and major historical importance, among Girona’s most atmospheric areas.
The colorful facades along the Onyar are Girona’s signature urban scene and one of the city’s most shared photo spots.
A famous Girona pastry: a deep-fried, sugar-coated roll filled with crema catalana style custard, strongly associated with the city.
A traditional sweet sausage from the Girona area, cooked with sugar and sometimes lemon or cinnamon; a distinctive local sweet-savory specialty.
A classic Catalan combination of seafood and meat, often chicken with prawns, showing the region’s blend of inland and coastal cooking.
World-famous fine dining restaurant by the Roca brothers, celebrated for creative Catalan cuisine and polished service.
Refined contemporary restaurant with tasting menus and strong local products, offering an upscale but intimate atmosphere.
Historic, traditional restaurant on Plaça Independència known for classic Catalan dishes in an elegant old-world setting.
Generally moderate for Spain. Old Town dining is pricier, but local cafes, menus del dia, and buses are good value.
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service; small change for cafes; taxis usually rounded up.
Official public transport app
Girona, Estació d'Autobusos -> Girona City Center
The distance between Madrid and Gerona is covered daily by 2 buses that complete their journey in approximately 9 hours and 30 minutes. All Madrid Gerona buses are direct and cover a distance of almost 700 kilometres. Buses operate at night and start their itinerary at the Avenida de América station or at Terminal 4 of the Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez airport. The route ends at the Gerona bus station, near the city centre.
The Madrid Gerona buses are managed by the passenger transport company Alsa. For this journey, it operates a fleet of modern buses equipped with toilets, free wifi, seats with footrests, as well as onboard entertainment through the Canal OcioBus, which includes the latest in series and movies.
.Madrid Gerona buses take 9 hours and 25 minutes to complete their journey, in the case of the fastest itineraries. On the other hand, the slowest journeys have an estimated duration of 9 hours and 40 minutes.
Every day, travellers have at their disposal 2 direct Madrid Gerona buses, weekends included. The first bus leaves at 23:30 and the second at 23:45 hours.
Avenida de América station and terminal 4 of Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez airport: Avenida América station is located on Avenida América, northeast of downtown Madrid. Metro line 4 connects the city centre with this station in about 15 minutes. It has a bar-cafeteria, shops, lifts, lockers, ATMs and parking. Some buses depart from terminal 4 at Madrid airport, which can be accessed from Nuevos Ministerios via metro line 8.
.Gerona bus station: is located in the Plaza de España, next to the train station, near the city centre. The urban bus L2 connects the bus station with the centre of Gerona in about 10 minutes. The enclosure of this station has locker service, cafeteria, fast food establishment, ATM, kiosk and parking.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Girona 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 Girona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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