- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$235
Fastest journey
1 d 5 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 51 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
1484 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Madrid will cost around $235 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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4733 · 3186
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Munich to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $98. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $98, and a train costs an average of $607.
Distance: 922 miles (1484 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$180 Average price Cheapest | $323 Average price | $607 Average price | $381 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 4m Average total duration 28h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 57m Average total duration 33h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.5 - 8.9kg 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 Munich to Madrid:
A bus is $143 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Madrid costing on average $323 (€264).
A bus is $427 (€349) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Madrid costing on average $607 (€496).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 34m.
Train takes on average 33h 27m.
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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 02:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 30h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 31h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 29h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 41h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 38h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 35h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 35h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 34h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $135 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 34h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 33h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $147 |
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, June 18. 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 | 5:20 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 30h10 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 31h55 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 AM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 33h30 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 30h55 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
30489 · 3163 | 8:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 30h25 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 29h25 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 30h05 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 41h15 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 41h45 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 38h15 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 37h45 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 37h10 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 36h40 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 35h00 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 34h05 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 PM München, Fröttmaning P+R Parkplatz | 34h35 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 34h00 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM München, Am Messefreigelände (München Messe) | 33h15 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
4733 · 3186 | 11:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 34h25 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 32h35 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 33h20 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 30h10 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 29h25 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 30h10 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Munich to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 28h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $98 (€80) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 922 miles (1484 km) distance in 29h 0m.
Distance 922 miles (1484 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 (€80) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 29h 0m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 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, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for modern and contemporary art lovers.
A major museum spanning European painting from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Its broad collection complements the Prado and Reina Sofía perfectly.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, and relaxing among monuments and formal gardens. A top city experience for nearly every visitor.
Madrid’s best-known avenue, lined with historic architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. Energetic by day and night, it is one of the city’s defining walks.
The symbolic heart of Madrid and a major meeting point, home to the Kilómetro Cero marker and famous public celebrations. Constantly busy and central.
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 a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic tavern dish closely linked to Madrid cuisine.
Prestigious flamenco venue with acclaimed dining, known for refined Spanish cuisine in an intimate historic setting. It combines performance and high-end gastronomy.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian classics. It offers an old-world atmosphere and is one of Madrid’s most iconic dining rooms.
Well-known classic restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and traditional Spanish cooking. It is a long-established spot with a lively, polished tavern feel.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés and 5-10% at restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not required.
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