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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
$118
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
14 h 40 m
Average duration
14 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
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 $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Lourdes without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lourdes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $113.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$98 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 28m Average total duration Fastest 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 37m Average total duration 18h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Lourdes:
A bus is $15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Lourdes costing on average $113.
Other travel options to Lourdes take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 7m.
Tickets start at around $98 compared to roughly $115 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17. The journey takes 10h 58m versus 6h 12m 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $108 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lourdes buses for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h40 | 7:20 AM Lourdes, Gare SNCF | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Lourdes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 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 14h 40m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 40m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Lourdes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lourdes trip today.
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.
Official public transport app
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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