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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
$92
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
14 h 40 m
Average duration
19 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
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 $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
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 $50. 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 $50, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$89 Average price Cheapest | $433 Average price | $119 Average price | $154 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) |
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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 $119 (€96).
A bus is $343 (€277) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pau to Madrid costing on average $433 (€349).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Flight takes on average 11h 12m.
Train takes on average 12h 22m.
Tickets start at around $89 (€72) compared to roughly $154 (€124) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $65 (€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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Madrid buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:50 PM Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 23h55 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 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 $50 (€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 $50 (€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.
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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