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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 Oct 30
€40
Average ticket price on Oct 30
€58
Fastest journey on Oct 30
9 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
10 h 25 m
Buses on Oct 30
16
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 €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Leiria without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Madrid to Leiria run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 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 5m.
Distance 274 miles (441 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Leiria.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:59AM | Duration 10h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 01:44PM | Duration 13h59 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:59AM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:59AM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:44PM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €50 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Leiria buses for today, Thursday, October 29. 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 | 11:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h05 | 8:05 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h45 | 10:10 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h35 | 8:05 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h15 | 10:10 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h45 | 1:44 PM Leiria, Estação Rodoviária | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h00 | 11:25 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h30 | 11:25 AM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h45 | 6:15 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h10 | 6:15 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) | 11h10 | 7:35 PM Leiria, Rua Rossio dos Borges | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 10h35 | 7:35 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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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
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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.
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Elevators, ramps.
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