The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid to Villalba
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 35 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
459 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Villalba is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Villalba will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Villalba on Sat, Jun 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct buses cover the 459 km distance in an average of 7 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 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.
9:45 PM7h35Madrid5:20 AMVillalba$621One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM7h35Madrid6:20 AMVillalba$701One-way0 transfers
10:45 PM7h35Madrid6:20 AMVillalba$701One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM7h35Madrid5:20 AMVillalba$621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Madrid to Villalba
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Villalba among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $37.
Distance: 285 miles (459 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Villalba:
A bus is $25 (€21) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Villalba costing on average $90 (€75).
Other travel options to Villalba take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 57m.
Bus takes on average 6h 25m.
You'll arrive about -2h -4m sooner (6h 25m by bus vs 5h 21m by car) and save roughly $-60.95 (€-50.21) compared to fuel and tolls ($65 (€54) vs $4 (€4)). 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 Alsa, 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.
Madrid to Villalba Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $63 |
Live departures
Madrid to Villalba bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Villalba buses for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 7:20 AM Villalba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Villalba
Buses from Madrid to Villalba run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $37 (€31) by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 285 miles (459 km) distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 285 miles (459 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to VillalbaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Villalba with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as $37 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Villalba
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Villalba 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 Villalba, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid to Villalba
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 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
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