- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Cheapest price
$176
Average price
$243
Fastest journey
20 h 55 m
Average duration
22 h 6 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
1240 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Metz to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Madrid will cost around $243 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $176.
It's difficult to get from Metz to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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30485 · 3163
30483 · 3161
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
30489 · 4003
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FlixBus · FlixBus
30485 · 3163
30483 · 3161Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metz to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $474.
Distance: 770 miles (1240 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$119 Average price Cheapest | $200 Average price | $474 Average price | $484 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 42m Average total duration 21h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.7 - 7.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Metz to Madrid:
A bus is $81 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Madrid costing on average $200 (€165).
A bus is $355 (€292) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Madrid costing on average $474 (€390).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 12m.
Bus takes on average 21h 12m.
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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 FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $225 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 24h30 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 25h00 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Metz, Gare routière | 21h35 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Metz, Gare routière | 22h20 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
30483 · 3161 | 11:00 AM Metz, Gare routière | 22h45 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 PM Metz, Gare routière | 22h55 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Metz, Gare routière | 23h35 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:20 PM Metz, Gare routière | 22h00 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
30485 · 3163 | 4:40 PM Metz, Gare routière | 22h30 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Metz to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 21h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 770 miles (1240 km) distance in 20h 5m.
Distance 770 miles (1240 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 20h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and major 20th-century Spanish collections.
Major museum spanning Renaissance to modern art, complementing Prado and Reina Sofía with an accessible, broad collection.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, boating, monuments, and relaxed city breaks between museums.
Madrid’s best-known avenue for architecture, shopping, rooftops, theaters, and nonstop urban energy.
Central square and symbolic heart of Madrid, home to key landmarks and a constant flow of local life.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is one of the city’s most famous quick bites.
A hearty traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a rich paprika sauce. It is a historic tavern dish strongly linked to Madrid cuisine.
Historic restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian specialties. Traditional wood-fired cooking and a classic old-Madrid atmosphere make it one of the city’s landmark dining rooms.
Legendary Madrid restaurant best known for huevos rotos. Elegant but relaxed, it is a long-established favorite for classic Spanish cooking.
Traditional tavern celebrated for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. It offers a historic setting and one of the best-known versions of Madrid’s signature stew.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and tapas can be good value, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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