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Leading regional museum on the artist’s life and work. It is Torrelavega’s best-known cultural visit for modern art and local identity.
Cheapest price
€37
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Torrelavega is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Torrelavega will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €37.
Of the 1 buses that leave Madrid for Torrelavega on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct buses cover the 327 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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 train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Torrelavega among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €32.
Distance: 203 miles (327 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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€39 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price | €62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Torrelavega:
A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Torrelavega costing on average €39.
A train is €81 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Torrelavega costing on average €113.
Other travel options to Torrelavega take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 14m.
Bus takes on average 4h 46m.
Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €62 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €23. The journey takes 4h 46m versus 4h 4m 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, Alsa Supra, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Torrelavega buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 7:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h25 | 12:25 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Torrelavega run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €16 by train.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 203 miles (327 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 203 miles (327 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Torrelavega — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Torrelavega trip today.
Leading regional museum on the artist’s life and work. It is Torrelavega’s best-known cultural visit for modern art and local identity.
Municipal exhibition center with temporary art, photography, and heritage shows. A practical cultural stop in the downtown area.
Small cultural exhibition venue hosting rotating shows, local history displays, and community art. Useful for discovering Torrelavega’s current creative scene.
Torrelavega’s principal urban square, lined with civic buildings and daily activity. It is the best starting point for exploring the historic center on foot.
Busy central boulevard that links major shopping and civic areas. Ideal for feeling the city’s everyday rhythm and architecture.
Popular urban park with paths, trees, and leisure space. It is one of the best green breaks near the center for families and walkers.
Cocido montañés is Cantabria’s hearty bean, cabbage and pork stew, long linked to mountain farm cooking and popular in Torrelavega’s traditional restaurants.
Sobaos pasiegos are rich buttery sponge cakes from nearby Valles Pasiegos, a classic Cantabrian breakfast sweet strongly associated with the region.
Quesada pasiega is a baked fresh-cheese dessert with milk, eggs and lemon, one of Cantabria’s best-known traditional sweets from the Pas valley.
Established restaurant known for refined Cantabrian cuisine, quality seafood and seasonal products in an elegant but welcoming setting.
Traditional asador-style venue popular for grilled meats, generous portions and classic regional dishes in a relaxed local atmosphere.
Well-known casual stop for rabas, seafood tapas and drinks, with a lively bar feel suited to sampling local favorites.
Moderate for northern Spain; lodging is reasonable, dining is good value, and local transit is low cost for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis are usually rounded up.
Madrid Torrelavega buses cover a distance of about 398 kilometres along the Autovía del Norte, which forms part of the European road E-5. In general, these connections last a little more than 5 hours, and leave at midnight, every 2 hours in the morning and with intervals between 1 and 4 hours in the afternoon.
The bus route Madrid Torrelavega is operated by ALSA. This company, founded in 1923 in Luarca, Asturias, under the name of Autobuses Luarca S. A., has acquired several bus companies and currently manages connections between numerous Spanish cities and destinations in other European countries.
The duration of the journey of the Madrid Torrelavega buses varies between 4 hours and 55 minutes and 5 hours and 25 minutes, depending on the stops they make. For example, if you stop at Lerma, Burgos, Aguilar del Campoo and Reinosa before reaching your destination, you complete the Madrid Torrelavega journey in 5 hours and 25 minutes.
The buses that connect Madrid with Torrelavega offer an average of 11 daily departures from Monday to Friday. On Saturdays there are between 11 and 12 buses from Madrid to Torrelavega, and on Sundays there are 13 Madrid Torrelavega bus frequencies. The origin of these journeys can be the Avenida de América Transport Interchange or the T4 terminal at Barajas airport.
Madrid-Barajas T4 airport station: The bus station from which ALSA's connections to Torrelavega depart is located on the 0 floor of terminal T4 at Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez airport. It is located 25 kilometres from the centre of Madrid and is home to all types of shops, vending machines and an ALSA ticket sales point. It also offers access to a free Wi-Fi connection.
This station, one of the best known in Spain, operates interurban connections that connect more than 20 Spanish cities, including Madrid, Barcelona and Malaga. It also manages international bus routes to France. Torrelavega station is about 600 metres from the city centre.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Torrelavega 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 Torrelavega, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Torrelavega buses use the Madrid, Avenida de América to Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Torrelavega bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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