- Must visit
Cité de l'Espace
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$88
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$119
Fastest journey on Oct 29
9 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
11 h 32 m
Buses on Oct 29
14
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Toulouse will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 14 buses from Madrid to Toulouse, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 553 km distance in an average of 11 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 13 h 5 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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Buses from Madrid to Toulouse run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $2 (€1) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Toulouse.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:14AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 13h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:14AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 13h46 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 26h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 15h01 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 14h01 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Toulouse buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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3187 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h50 | 6:20 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h00 | 11:50 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h40 | 6:30 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h15 | 2:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h00 | 1:55 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
3160 · 3615 | 11:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h55 | 11:55 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 14h01 | 2:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h01 | 3:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 12:14 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h46 | 2:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
· | 12:14 AM Madrid | 13h46 | 2:00 PM Toulouse | 1 transfer | |
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Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Fine arts museum in a former abbey, known for Romanesque sculptures, paintings, and tranquil cloisters near Saint-Sernin.
Contemporary art museum inside a former slaughterhouse, featuring major exhibitions and a lively riverside cultural setting.
Toulouse's grand central square, framed by arcades and the Capitole. The city's main meeting point and top orientation stop.
Canal du Midi promenade shaded by plane trees, ideal for walking or cycling away from busy city streets.
Lively square lined with terraces and animated by local life, just beside Saint-Sernin and the historic center.
Slow-cooked white bean stew with Toulouse sausage, duck confit, and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish and a major symbol of southwestern cuisine.
Fresh pork sausage seasoned simply and traditionally grilled or cooked in cassoulet. It is one of Toulouse’s best-known charcuterie specialties.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat. Common across the southwest, it is a classic bistro staple often served with potatoes or beans.
Michelin-starred dining focused on refined regional ingredients and modern French technique in an intimate, polished setting.
Long-established institution specializing in cassoulet and regional southwest dishes. Traditional, busy, and popular with locals and visitors alike.
Classic Toulouse address serving generous southwest fare, especially duck and cassoulet, in a warm and traditional dining room.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Whoever is interested in travelling between Madrid and Toulouse finds a great alternative on the bus. Thus, there are 28 daily frequencies that make this journey, with a good number of different morning, afternoon and evening schedules. The fastest bus journey takes 11 hours and 45 minutes, in a peaceful, safe and relaxed way.
The Spanish bus company Alsa manages almost all Madrid Toulouse buses, although some of them are also operated by the company Eurolines. Alsa provides this service with 2 types of buses: conventional and Premium. The latter have an even higher level of comfort and services than the usual in this company.
The average duration of the Madrid Toulouse buses is 14 hours and 49 minutes. However, it is possible to choose much faster journeys: the one that, for example, arrives at the Gallic destination in 11 hours and 45 minutes. All trips include at least 1 stopover, normally in San Sebastian or Barcelona.
There are 28 daily frequencies of Madrid Toulouse buses distributed as follows: 9 in the morning, 13 in the afternoon and 6 at night. In this way, it is possible to choose a suitable departure time according to the personal needs of each traveller.
South bus station in Madrid : located in Méndez Álvaro street, it is connected to the city by Cercanías C5, C7 and C10 trains, buses 8, 102, 113, 148 and 152 and metro line 6. Located 2.5 kilometres from El Retiro Park, it houses restrooms, medical assistance, restaurants, 290 parking spaces, commercial establishments and is highly suitable for people with mobility difficulties.
Toulouse Routière station: this modern French bus station is located at 68 Boulevard Pierre Semard, a central area of the city which is only 1.5 kilometres from the town hall and next to the train station. It has a metro stop nearby, which favors travel throughout the city. It receives, every year, one million passengers.
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Most Madrid to Toulouse buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Toulouse, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Toulouse, Airport. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Toulouse bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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