- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
21 h 5 m
Average duration
22 h 23 m
Buses per day
8
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 $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 8 buses that leave Metz for Madrid on Wed, May 27, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 1240 km distance in an average of 22 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 5 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 23 h 50 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.










Omio 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 $56. 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 $56, and a train costs an average of $483.
Distance: 770 miles (1240 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$121 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price | $483 Average price | $493 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 $83 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Madrid costing on average $204 (€165).
A bus is $362 (€292) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Madrid costing on average $483 (€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 03:05AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $210 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 28h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 27h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $221 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 24h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 32h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $199 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $158 |
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:35 AM Metz | 24h20 | 7:55 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:55 AM Metz | 23h50 | 7:45 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Metz | 23h05 | 7:55 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:55 AM Metz | 23h50 | 8:45 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Metz | 21h25 | 11:45 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Metz | 22h30 | 1:10 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Metz | 21h05 | 12:45 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Metz | 34h10 | 7:40 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $56 (€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 $56 (€45) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 20h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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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.
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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