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Musée Pyrénéen de Lourdes
Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Cheapest price on Oct 09
€75
Average ticket price on Oct 09
€77
Fastest journey on Oct 09
14 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 09
14 h 40 m
Buses on Oct 09
2
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Lourdes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lourdes will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
On Fri, Oct 09, we found 2 buses from Madrid to Lourdes, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 09 the direct buses cover the 425 km distance in an average of 14 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 40 m .
On Fri, Oct 09 the slowest buses will take 14 h 40 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.




Buses from Madrid to Lourdes run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €41 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lourdes buses for today, Thursday, October 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:30 PM Madrid | 14h40 | 9:10 AM Lourdes | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Madrid | 14h40 | 10:10 AM Lourdes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Museum inside the castle presenting Pyrenean arts, traditions, costumes, and daily life. Combines a major monument with strong regional culture.
Wax museum with life-size scenes from Bernadette’s story and the life of Christ. Popular with pilgrims seeking an easy visual introduction.
Museum retracing Bernadette’s life, the apparitions, and Lourdes in the 19th century. Helpful for visitors wanting historical context before the sanctuary.
Main processional esplanade in front of the basilicas. A grand pedestrian area that captures the scale and atmosphere of Lourdes pilgrimage.
Green riverside route running through Lourdes, ideal for a peaceful walk away from the busiest pilgrimage streets and traffic.
Historic market square and local gathering place in the old town. Worth visiting for its everyday atmosphere and central location.
A hearty Pyrenean stew of white beans, confit duck, pork and sausage. It is a regional classic that reflects southwest France’s rustic mountain cooking.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, prized across Gascony and the Hautes-Pyrénées for its rich flavor and traditional preservation method.
A thick cabbage-based soup with beans, potatoes and often duck confit or ham. It is a comforting Bigorre and Pyrenean staple in colder months.
Traditional French restaurant known for southwest regional dishes and a warm, classic setting near the sanctuary area.
Established hotel restaurant offering refined regional cuisine and attentive service in an elegant dining room.
Well-regarded casual French restaurant serving regional specialties, grills and generous plates in a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for France: pilgrim demand can raise hotel prices in peak season, but dining is fairly reasonable and Lourdes is walkable, keeping local transport costs low.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Gare SNCF Lourdes -> Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Lourdes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Lourdes 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 Lourdes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Lourdes buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Lourdes, Gare SNCF station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Lourdes 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.
Lourdes, Gare SNCF has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF. ATMs are available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF.
Ticket office support is available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF.
Available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lourdes, Gare SNCF: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
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