- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
9 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 34 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pau to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Madrid will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Pau to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pau to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $173.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price Cheapest | $424 Average price | $116 Average price | $151 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 21m Average total duration Fastest 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 12m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pau to Madrid:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pau to Madrid costing on average $116 (€96).
A bus is $337 (€277) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pau to Madrid costing on average $424 (€349).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 12m.
Train takes on average 12h 22m.
Tickets start at around $88 (€72) compared to roughly $151 (€124) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $63 (€52). The journey takes 9h 51m versus 6h 42m 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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8617+ Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:05 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 17h35 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 3 transfers | |
8617+ Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:05 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 19h10 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 PM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 17h20 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 AM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 9h35 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
8717+ Normal | 9:55 AM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 12h50 | 10:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
8718 · 3186 | 7:25 PM Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 14h30 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Pau to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 262 miles (423 km) distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 262 miles (423 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€41) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 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, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and major 20th-century Spanish collections.
Major museum spanning Renaissance to modern art, complementing Prado and Reina Sofía with an accessible, broad collection.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, boating, monuments, and relaxed city breaks between museums.
Madrid’s best-known avenue for architecture, shopping, rooftops, theaters, and nonstop urban energy.
Central square and symbolic heart of Madrid, home to key landmarks and a constant flow of local life.
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 one of the city’s most famous quick bites.
A hearty traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a rich paprika sauce. It is a historic tavern dish strongly linked to Madrid cuisine.
Historic restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian specialties. Traditional wood-fired cooking and a classic old-Madrid atmosphere make it one of the city’s landmark dining rooms.
Legendary Madrid restaurant best known for huevos rotos. Elegant but relaxed, it is a long-established favorite for classic Spanish cooking.
Traditional tavern celebrated for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. It offers a historic setting and one of the best-known versions of Madrid’s signature stew.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and tapas can be good value, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pau 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 Pau to Madrid buses use the Pau, Lycée St John Perse 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 Pau 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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