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Musée de Grenoble
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.










Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
19h 40m
Average duration
21h 35m
Buses per day
11
Distance
91 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $194.
Distance: 579 miles (933 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price | $194 Average price | $240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 35m Average total duration 18h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Grenoble:
A bus is $71 (€59) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Grenoble costing on average $152 (€124).
A bus is $114 (€93) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Grenoble costing on average $194 (€159).
Other travel options to Grenoble take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 28m.
Bus takes on average 18h 5m.
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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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:14AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 20h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 20h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 21h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Grenoble buses for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 22h55 | 1:45 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h10 | 12:05 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 21h50 | 1:45 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 2 transfers | |
3162 · 5131 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 25h55 | 8:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
3187 · 50221 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 19h40 | 4:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
3187 · 94765 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 19h40 | 4:10 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h10 | 5:00 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 23h10 | 8:00 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h25 | 6:20 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 21h55 | 9:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 21h31 | 9:30 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
Normal · Normal | 12:14 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h01 | 8:15 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 19h00 | 8:15 PM Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Grenoble run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $43 (€36) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 579 miles (933 km) distance in 18h 55m.
Distance 579 miles (933 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 18h 55m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Grenoble — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grenoble trip today.
One of France's leading art museums, spanning ancient to contemporary works in a striking riverside setting.
Museum in the former bishop's palace, presenting local history and archaeology beside the cathedral complex.
Archaeological museum in a remarkable church crypt complex, tracing Grenoble from Roman times through the Middle Ages.
The city's main old-town square, lined with historic buildings, lively terraces, and a fountain framed by mountain views.
Charming riverside quarter of narrow lanes, colorful houses, and bridges, popular for strolling and photos.
Popular urban viewpoint reached by the Bastille, rewarding visitors with one of Grenoble's best panoramic scenes.
A rich potato gratin baked with cream or milk and often Gruyère or Comté. It is a classic Dauphiné specialty closely tied to Grenoble's region.
Small square pasta parcels filled with Comté cheese and parsley, usually baked or gratinéed. A traditional Dauphiné comfort dish from the wider Grenoble area.
Creamy regional blue cheese made from cow's milk in nearby Vercors. It is one of the emblematic cheeses of the Grenoble area and often served with bread or potatoes.
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on seasonal produce and precise modern French cooking in an elegant, intimate setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Dauphiné specialties, mountain dishes, and a classic old-town atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.
Well-known bistro serving polished French cuisine with regional accents, good wine, and a lively yet relaxed city-center ambiance.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is reasonable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafes.
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Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard (Gare Routière) -> Grenoble city center (Place Grenette)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Grenoble buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard station pair, with some services arriving at Grenoble, Avenue des Martyrs (Oxford). Use this guide to compare Madrid and Grenoble 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.
Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Le Petit Vatel (0.5 km), Brasserie Chavant (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard.
Available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Rue Emile Gueymard: Elevators, ramps.
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