- 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
$60
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
15 h 14 m
Average duration
17 h 9 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
944 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orléans to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orléans to Madrid will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 5 buses that leave Orléans for Madrid on Tue, Jun 02, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct buses cover the 944 km distance in an average of 17 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 14 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest buses will take 19 h 10 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 Orléans to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $56.
Distance: 586 miles (944 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $220 Average price |
13h 33m Average total duration 13h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.7kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Orléans to Madrid:
A bus is $140 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orléans to Madrid costing on average $220 (€177).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 3m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $199 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $183 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:59AM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:59AM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $72 |
The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Madrid buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 19h40 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 20h25 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 19h25 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
50818 · 4003 | 4:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 20h30 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
53905 · 3161 | 4:50 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 16h55 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 19h35 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 21h10 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
95920 · 3163 | 8:00 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 19h10 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 15h45 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 15h14 | 12:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 15h45 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 15h14 | 12:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 15h30 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 17h00 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 19h00 | 6:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Orléans to Madrid run on average 15 times per day, taking around 13h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 586 miles (944 km) distance in 15h 14m.
Distance 586 miles (944 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 15h 14m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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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