The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Padrón
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
1 d 15 m
Average duration
1 d 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Padrón is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Padrón will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Padrón without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus4:40 PM24h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:55 PMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses$701One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:40 PM24h15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses4:55 PMSantiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses$701One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Madrid to Padrón
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Padrón among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $38.
Distance: 301 miles (486 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
24h 45m Average total duration 24h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Padrón:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Padrón costing on average $90 (€73).
Other travel options to Padrón take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Bus takes on average 24h 15m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Madrid to Padrón Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Live departures
Madrid to Padrón bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Padrón buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. 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 | 24h15 | 4:55 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Padrón
Buses from Madrid to Padrón run on average 3 times per day, taking around 24h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:48, the last at 16:40. The fastest bus covers the 301 miles (486 km) distance in 24h 15m.
Distance 301 miles (486 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 24h 15m |
First bus 7:48 AM |
Last bus 4:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Padrón
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Padrón 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 Padrón, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Padrón
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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