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Museo Provincial de Lugo
Provincial museum in the former San Francisco convent, with archaeology, fine arts, ethnography, and Roman-era pieces from Lugo and Galicia.
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Lugo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lugo will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 6 buses that leave Madrid for Lugo on Tue, Jun 16, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 431 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lugo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 267 miles (431 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $176 Average price | $103 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Lugo:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Lugo costing on average $72 (€59).
A bus is $124 (€101) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Lugo costing on average $176 (€143).
Other travel options to Lugo take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 41m.
Train takes on average 4h 58m.
You'll arrive about 2m sooner (4h 41m by bus vs 4h 43m by car) and save roughly $51 (€41) compared to fuel and tolls ($52 (€42) vs $103 (€83)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra.
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 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lugo buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 PM Madrid | 5h20 | 2:20 AM Lugo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal | 8:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h05 | 3:05 PM Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 6h50 | 3:05 PM Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h30 | 5:00 PM Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h45 | 5:00 PM Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 6h30 | 5:00 PM Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 2:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h55 | 8:10 PM Lugo, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Lugo run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 267 miles (431 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 267 miles (431 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Lugo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lugo trip today.
Provincial museum in the former San Francisco convent, with archaeology, fine arts, ethnography, and Roman-era pieces from Lugo and Galicia.
Archaeological museum over a Roman house and sanctuary linked to the cult of Mithras, preserving mosaics, walls, and daily-life remains.
Interactive history museum with multimedia exhibits on Lugo from Roman times to the present, popular with families and visitors wanting context.
The walkable top of Lugo's Roman wall offers panoramic views over the old town and newer districts; the city's essential stroll.
Walled old town of narrow streets, plazas, tapas bars, shops, and Roman remains, best explored on foot day or evening.
Lugo's main square and social hub, lined with arcades and civic buildings, often lively with events and everyday local activity.
Galician-style octopus, boiled and served with olive oil, paprika, and coarse salt. It is one of the most iconic dishes in Lugo and across Galicia.
A classic Galician winter dish of cured pork shoulder served with turnip greens, potatoes, and often chorizo. It is deeply rooted in local rural cooking.
Traditional Galician broth made with greens, potatoes, beans, and usually pork products. It is a staple comfort food in Lugo, especially in colder months.
Well-known Lugo restaurant with an established reputation for refined Galician cooking, quality seafood, and an elegant but approachable atmosphere.
Popular modern dining spot in Lugo offering creative Galician dishes and tapas in a stylish setting. Good for a more contemporary meal in the city.
Traditional restaurant in Lugo known for classic Galician cuisine, generous portions, and a long-standing local reputation. A solid choice for regional specialties.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Dining and coffee are good value, while central hotels are usually moderate.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés; taxis usually rounded up.
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