- 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 30
$110
Average ticket price on Aug 30
$128
Fastest journey on Aug 30
22 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
1 d 16 m
Buses on Aug 30
6
Distance
1075 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
It's difficult to get from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid without transferring at least 2 times.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $66, while a flight costs an average of $655.
Distance: 667 miles (1075 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $655 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $384 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 46m Average total duration 20h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid:
A train is $87 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid costing on average $153.
A train is $589 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid costing on average $655.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 18m.
Bus takes on average 20h 16m.
Tickets start at around $153 compared to roughly $384 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $232. The journey takes 20h 16m versus 12h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 25h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 26h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $199 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $141 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 AM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 28h25 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 25h10 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 25h00 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 25h20 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:35 PM Paris, Aéroport Charles de Gaulle | 23h45 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers |
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Buses from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $23 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 667 miles (1075 km) distance in 14h 45m.
Distance 667 miles (1075 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 14h 45m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport to Madrid buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) 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 Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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