The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
335 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera without transferring at least once.
Normal · Normal8:15 AM6h50Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3:05 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$511One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal10:30 AM8h10Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América6:40 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$591One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal1:00 PM8h05Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América9:05 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$591One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal10:45 AM7h55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)6:40 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$591One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal1:15 PM7h50Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)9:05 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$591One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal8:15 AM6h50Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3:05 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$511One-way1 transfer
Supra Economy · Normal12:45 AM7h05Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)7:50 AMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$891One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal1:15 PM7h50Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)9:05 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$591One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal10:45 AM7h55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)6:40 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$591One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal1:00 PM8h05Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América9:05 PMSan Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses$591One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $38.
Distance: 208 miles (335 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera:
A bus is $142 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera costing on average $195 (€156).
Other travel options to San Vicente de la Barquera take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Tickets start at around $54 (€43) compared to roughly $87 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33 (€27). The journey takes 5h 35m versus 4h 23m 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 Alsa, 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.
Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Live departures
Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera buses for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 8:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h50 | 3:05 PM San Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 8h10 | 6:40 PM San Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h55 | 6:40 PM San Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 8h05 | 9:05 PM San Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h50 | 9:05 PM San Vicente De La Barquera, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera
Buses from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to San Vicente de la BarqueraYou can travel by bus between Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as $38 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera 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 San Vicente de la Barquera, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to San Vicente de la Barquera
- 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
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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