- Must visit
Louvre Museum
The world’s most visited museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and French masterworks. Essential for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
14 h 57 m
Buses per day
46
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Paris will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 46 buses that leave Madrid for Paris on Thu, May 28, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 1052 km distance in an average of 14 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 15 h 15 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 653 miles (1052 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $397 Average price | $333 Average price | $256 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Paris:
A bus is $245 (€198) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Paris costing on average $333 (€269).
A bus is $309 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Paris costing on average $397 (€320).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 59m.
Bus takes on average 11h 0m.
You'll arrive about 1h 54m sooner (11h 0m by bus vs 12h 54m by car) and save roughly $168 (€135) compared to fuel and tolls ($88 (€71) vs $256 (€206)). 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 Bus, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Infobus, Internorte, BlaBlaCar.
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 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 07:29AM | Duration 20h14 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 11:14AM | Duration 23h19 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 18h44 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:29AM | Duration 19h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:29AM | Duration 16h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:59AM | Duration 19h59 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:29AM | Duration 18h14 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:29AM | Duration 17h14 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:59AM | Duration 18h29 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 20h06 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 15h16 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 15h16 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Paris buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 22h30 | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 20h45 | 7:45 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h14 | 7:29 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h30 | 12:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:55 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 23h19 | 11:14 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 23h00 | 12:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 21h59 | 11:14 AM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h15 | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 19h30 | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 17h45 | 7:45 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h25 | 7:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 16h45 | 7:45 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 16h29 | 7:29 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
4004 | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h30 | 7:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h30 | 7:00 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 16h15 | 7:45 AM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h59 | 7:29 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h20 | 9:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3162 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h25 | 11:00 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h05 | 12:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h40 | 12:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3160 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 16h45 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 18h20 | 4:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 18h00 | 4:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h30 | 8:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h30 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 15h30 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h16 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h16 | 3:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 20h06 | 8:05 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h45 | 7:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 24h15 | 7:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Paris run on average 28 times per day, taking around 11h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 653 miles (1052 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 653 miles (1052 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 28 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world’s most visited museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, vast antiquities, and French masterworks. Essential for first-time visitors.
A landmark museum in a former railway station, celebrated for its Impressionist and Post-Impressionist collections including Monet, Degas, and Van Gogh.
Paris’s iconic modern and contemporary art museum, known for its bold inside-out architecture and major international exhibitions.
A historic hilltop district known for village-like streets, artists’ heritage, stairways, and some of the city’s most photographed viewpoints.
One of Paris’s most characterful neighborhoods, blending elegant architecture, boutiques, small museums, and lively streets ideal for walking.
The city’s famous grand avenue, stretching from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, best known for monumental urban scenery.
A buttery, flaky viennoiserie that is a staple of Parisian breakfasts and bakery culture.
Classic French onion soup from Paris, made with caramelized onions, broth, toasted bread, and melted cheese.
A beloved Paris bistro classic of seared steak served with fries, prized for its simple, satisfying format.
Well-known Basque-influenced bistro celebrated for hearty French cuisine and an energetic dining room.
Popular crêperie specializing in high-quality Breton galettes and cider in a stylish casual atmosphere.
Famous Paris institution known for steak-frites with its signature sauce and bustling, no-choice formula.
Paris is expensive by European standards, especially for hotels and dining. Bakeries, set lunches, and transit help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Round up for taxis; small change is fine at cafés and bars.
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Paris Quai De Bercy (Bercy Seine) -> Chatelet-Les Halles, Paris
From Madrid you can depart from different bus stations to travel to Paris, with a high frequency that covers all time slots. The journey usually ends at the Paris-Bercy station although, depending on the company, some buses end at other Parisian stations. From Monday to Friday up to 12 buses depart for Paris, while on Saturdays and Sundays 12 and 6 buses depart, respectively.
Various companies operate by bus the route Madrid Paris. The main one is Alsa, with numerous daily buses departing from different stations in Madrid to Paris. Other companies are Flixbus, Eurolines and Iberocoach, which offer direct journeys, while Alsa facilitates both direct and transhipment journeys.
The length of the Madrid Paris buses varies between 16 and 20 hours and 45 minutes , which takes some coaches that make a transfer in San Sebastian. However, users have the possibility to choose between multiple direct buses that cover this route.
The frequency of buses from Madrid to Paris is variable depending on the day of the week, with a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 buses per day. The schedules include different times of morning, afternoon and evening. The most frequent are those of the afternoon schedule.
Stations of Madrid: the South bus station is located in Méndez Álvaro street, the Transport Interchange of Avenida de América is located in this avenue and the bus station of the Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas airport is located in terminal 4, floor 0. The different Madrid Paris buses depart from them and are perfectly communicated through public transport.
Paris stations : the buses that cover the Madrid-Paris route finish their journey at various stations. These are Paris-Bercy station, Paris-Gallieni international bus station, Porte de Charenton station and Quai de Bercy. The most important is the Paris-Bercy station, located at 48 Bis Boulevard de Bercy. The Paris-Gallieni station is located at Avenue du Général de Gaulle 28. The Porte de Charenton station is located at Boulevards des Maréchaux 68. And finally, Quai de Bercy is located at the quay of the same name on the banks of the Seine.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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