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Museu de Leiria
Leiria’s main museum in the restored convent of Santo Agostinho. Covers archaeology, painting, and local history in a striking heritage setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$49
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$57
Fastest journey on Sep 15
10 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
10 h 59 m
Buses on Sep 15
14
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Leiria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Leiria will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Leiria without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Leiria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, while a flight costs an average of $584.
Distance: 274 miles (441 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $584 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Leiria:
A bus is $507 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Leiria costing on average $584.
Other travel options to Leiria take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 3m.
Tickets start at around $77 compared to roughly $112 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35. The journey takes 10h 3m versus 5h 28m 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 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:44PM | Duration 14h14 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 01:44PM | Duration 13h59 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:59AM | Duration 11h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:59AM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:59AM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Leiria buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:35 PM Madrid | 11h25 | 9:00 AM Leiria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h00 | 11:25 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
![]() | 10:35 PM Madrid | 11h25 | 10:00 AM Leiria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 PM Madrid | 11h15 | 10:10 AM Leiria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h30 | 11:25 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:55 PM Madrid | 11h30 | 11:25 AM Leiria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h55 | 5:25 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h20 | 5:25 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h10 | 7:25 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h20 | 7:25 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h05 | 8:30 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h30 | 8:30 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h40 | 11:00 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h05 | 11:00 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Leiria run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 274 miles (441 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Leiria — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Leiria trip today.
Leiria’s main museum in the restored convent of Santo Agostinho. Covers archaeology, painting, and local history in a striking heritage setting.
Contemporary art center hosting changing exhibitions by Portuguese and international artists. Strong choice for current visual culture in Leiria.
Museum dedicated to moving images, cinema, and optical devices. Engaging displays make it one of Leiria’s most distinctive niche museums.
Leiria’s central square, lined with cafés and historic buildings, is the main gathering place and ideal starting point for exploring the old town.
Riverside green corridor with walking and cycling paths, playgrounds, and bridges. Popular with locals for relaxed urban strolls beside the Lis.
Elevated lookout by the sanctuary offering one of the best panoramas over Leiria, especially at sunset and during evening city lights.
Morcela de Arroz is a regional blood sausage mixed with rice and spices, common in Leiria and central Portugal, prized for its rich flavor and rustic tradition.
Chanfana is goat slowly braised in red wine, garlic, and bay. Popular in nearby Beira Litoral and Leiria, it is a festive, deeply traditional countryside dish.
Bacalhau com Broa pairs salted cod with a corn bread crust, olive oil, and garlic. It is a beloved central Portuguese classic often found in Leiria homes and restaurants.
Refined restaurant known for creative Portuguese cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting suited to a special meal in Leiria.
Traditional Portuguese restaurant appreciated for grilled meats, regional dishes, and a warm local atmosphere near central Leiria.
Well-regarded venue serving Portuguese classics and seafood in a comfortable, established setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Portugal: hotels are usually cheaper than Lisbon or Porto, while dining and local buses stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxi riders usually round up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Leiria, Estação Rodoviária -> Praça Rodrigues Lobo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Leiria 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 Leiria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Leiria buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Leiria, Estação Rodoviária station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Leiria 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.
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