- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$40
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$80
Fastest journey on Aug 31
15 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
16 h 56 m
Buses on Aug 31
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 $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 5 buses from Orléans to Madrid, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct buses cover the 944 km distance in an average of 16 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 14 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 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 an average ticket price of $79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, while a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 586 miles (944 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$79 Average price Cheapest | $127 Average price |
13h 38m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 2h 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 $48 (€39) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orléans to Madrid costing on average $127 (€103).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 8m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 19h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 20h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:59AM | Duration 14h14 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:59AM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 11:59AM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 12:59PM | Duration 15h14 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $118 |
The table below shows live departures for Orléans to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 19h00 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 20h15 | 11:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 18h15 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:05 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 19h25 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 14h45 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 14h14 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 14h14 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 14h45 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
53905 · 3161 | 4:50 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 16h55 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 17h15 | 10:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 5:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 17h15 | 10:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 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 | 7:45 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 19h10 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 PM Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération | 19h50 | 3:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
54026 · 3163 | 8:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 18h25 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
4605 · 4003 | 9:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 15h45 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 17h10 | 2:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 16h10 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
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 | 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 | 10:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 16h30 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 15h55 | 2:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 PM Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou | 14h55 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Orléans to Madrid run on average 16 times per day, taking around 13h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
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 14h 14m.
Distance 586 miles (944 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 14m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orléans to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Orléans to Madrid buses use the Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Orléans and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou is 3 km from Orléans city centre. Public transport options include:
Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Boulangerie Pompidou (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou.
Available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orléans, Avenue Georges Pompidou: Elevators, ramps.
Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération is 1 km from Orléans city centre. Public transport options include:
Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération. ATMs are available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération.
Ticket office support is available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération.
Available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orléans, Arrêt de tram Libération: There are accessible paths for people with reduced mobility.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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