Museo Etnográfico del Pan
Small ethnographic museum focused on traditional breadmaking and rural life in the Sarria area, offering a local perspective on Galician food heritage and domestic tools.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Sarria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Sarria will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Sarria on Mon, Jul 13, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 405 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Mon, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Sarria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $176 Average price | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Sarria:
A train is $21 (€18) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Sarria costing on average $89 (€73).
A train is $109 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Sarria costing on average $176 (€145).
Other travel options to Sarria take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 55m.
Bus takes on average 4h 41m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (4h 41m by bus vs 4h 47m by car) and save roughly $9 (€8) compared to fuel and tolls ($89 (€73) vs $98 (€81)). 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 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Sarria buses for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:45 PM Madrid | 13h25 | 7:10 AM Sarria | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, July 13 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM Madrid | 4h50 | 12:50 PM Sarria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Madrid | 5h30 | 3:30 PM Sarria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Madrid | 5h30 | 3:30 PM Sarria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Madrid | 5h10 | 4:10 PM Sarria | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Sarria run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $89 (€73) but you can travel from only $19 (€16) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 21:07. The fastest bus covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $89 (€73) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 9:07 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Small ethnographic museum focused on traditional breadmaking and rural life in the Sarria area, offering a local perspective on Galician food heritage and domestic tools.
Historic former jail building sometimes used for exhibitions and cultural interpretation, giving insight into civic history in Sarria’s old quarter.
Small exhibition-style heritage presentations linked to the Camino de Santiago, valuable for understanding Sarria’s role as a major starting point for pilgrims.
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Sarria’s most emblematic historic street, lined with traditional buildings and pilgrim activity, especially lively during Camino season.
The Camino Francés path through Sarria is itself a notable walking experience, combining heritage streets, pilgrim culture, and departure-point energy.
Galician-style octopus served with olive oil, paprika, and coarse salt. A classic fairground dish found across inland Lugo and a must-try in Sarria.
Traditional Galician soup made with greens, potatoes, beans, and often pork. It is a staple comfort dish in Lugo province, especially in cooler weather.
Cured pork shoulder served with turnip greens, potatoes, and chorizo. One of Galicia’s most emblematic hearty dishes.
Popular traditional restaurant in Sarria known for generous Galician portions, tapas, and pilgrim-friendly service in a casual atmosphere.
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Costs are lower than in major Spanish cities. Pilgrim menus, simple lodging, and cafes are generally good value.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafes. Taxis are usually rounded up, and tipping is not expected elsewhere.
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