The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 16 buses that leave Madrid for Santiago de Compostela on Sat, Nov 22, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 487 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.



Normal
Normal



Supra EconomyTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. 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 train costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 302 miles (487 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€71 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €195 Average price |
10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Madrid to Santiago de Compostela Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $72 |
Live departures
Madrid to Santiago de Compostela bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Santiago de Compostela buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 8:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h00 | 6:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h15 | 6:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 9h00 | 6:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h00 | 11:15 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:30 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 8h45 | 11:15 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 2:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h05 | 11:50 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 24h15 | 3:55 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h45 | 1:30 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 3:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h05 | 11:50 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 4:00 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 7h50 | 11:50 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h45 | 1:30 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 8h30 | 1:30 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h15 | 8:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h30 | 8:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Santiago de Compostela by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Nov 22
Nov 23
Nov 24
Nov 25
Nov 26
Nov 27
Nov 28
Nov 29
Nov 30
Dec 01
Dec 02
Dec 03
Dec 04
Dec 05
Dec 06
Dec 07
Dec 08
Dec 09
Dec 10
Dec 11
Dec 12
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Buses from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 302 miles (487 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 302 miles (487 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus, Infobus from Madrid to Santiago de CompostelaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Santiago de Compostela with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
Alsa Supra
FlixBus
Infobus
BlaBlaCar
FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, a stunning Romanesque and Gothic cathedral known as the endpoint of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage
- Praza do Obradoiro, the main square in front of the cathedral, surrounded by historic buildings and bustling with activity
- Monastery of San Martiño Pinario, a grand Baroque monastery with an impressive facade and rich history
- Alameda Park, a peaceful urban park offering scenic views of the city and a popular spot for leisurely strolls
- Museum of the Galician People, a museum dedicated to the cultural heritage and history of Galicia, housed in a former convent.
- Mercado de Abastos, a bustling market where you can experience local flavors and buy fresh produce
- Museo do Pobo Galego, a museum dedicated to Galician culture and history
- Attend a traditional Galician music performance, where you can enjoy the unique sounds of bagpipes and folk instruments
- Explore the historic streets of the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with charming architecture and vibrant atmosphere
- Take a guided tour of the University of Santiago de Compostela, one of the oldest universities in the world with a rich academic history.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela, follow these tips:
Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
- 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
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
More options for your journey from Madrid to Santiago de Compostela
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need



