- Must visit
Museo do Mar de Galicia
Leading museum of Galician sea culture with aquariums, maritime history, and shellfish exhibits. Excellent for understanding Vigo's ocean identity.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Vigo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Vigo will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Vigo on Sat, Jul 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct buses cover the 465 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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 Vigo 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 3h 8m. 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 $25.
Distance: 288 miles (465 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $148 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Vigo:
A train is $0.50 (€0.50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Vigo costing on average $45 (€45).
A train is $103 (€103) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Vigo costing on average $148 (€148).
Other travel options to Vigo take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 5m.
Bus takes on average 7h 11m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€45) compared to roughly $95 (€95) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $50 (€50). The journey takes 7h 11m versus 5h 53m 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 BlaBlaCar, Monbus, Avanza, Vibasa.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Monbus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Vigo buses for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:30 PM Madrid | 7h35 | 4:05 AM Vigo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Madrid | 7h35 | 5:05 AM Vigo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Vigo run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€43) but you can travel from only $19 (€19) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 288 miles (465 km) distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 288 miles (465 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€43) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 10:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Vigo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vigo trip today.
Leading museum of Galician sea culture with aquariums, maritime history, and shellfish exhibits. Excellent for understanding Vigo's ocean identity.
Major contemporary art museum in central Vigo with changing exhibitions in a restored prison and courthouse complex.
Museum inside the municipal park showcasing traditional Galician manor interiors. It offers a calm historical contrast to urban Vigo.
Vigo's old town with stone streets, small squares, and historic buildings. Best area for atmosphere, heritage walks, and local character.
Central urban square and transport hub marked by O Sireno. It is one of the main meeting points and a key place to feel the city's pace.
Large hilltop park with archaeological remains, gardens, and sweeping estuary views. Ideal for walking, sunsets, and understanding Vigo's layout.
Raw oysters from the Ría de Vigo, prized for their briny freshness and a staple of the city’s oyster street and maritime food culture.
Octopus boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. A Galician classic widely eaten in Vigo for festivals, markets and family meals.
Steamed or boiled mussels from the Galician estuaries, valued for their quality and central role in Vigo’s seafood tradition.
Michelin-starred fine dining in the city center, known for refined Galician seafood and contemporary tasting menus in an elegant setting.
Historic oyster bar in the old town, famous for fresh local oysters and classic seafood in a lively traditional atmosphere.
Traditional tavern style venue popular for pulpo, empanada and other Galician staples, with a casual local feel.
Moderate for Spain: hotels and seafood can be pricey in peak season, but local menus, buses, and cafes are good value versus larger tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up the fare; extra tips are optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Vigo 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 Vigo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Vigo buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo station pair, with some services arriving at Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Vigo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): 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.
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