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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
$61
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
759 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Poitiers to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poitiers to Madrid will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 3 buses that leave Poitiers for Madrid on Fri, Jun 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 759 km distance in an average of 11 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 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.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poitiers to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a train costs an average of $198.
Distance: 471 miles (759 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$82 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price | $259 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 41m Average total duration Fastest 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 58m Average total duration 13h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Poitiers to Madrid:
A bus is $116 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poitiers to Madrid costing on average $198 (€160).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 28m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€66) compared to roughly $259 (€209) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $177 (€143). The journey takes 11h 11m versus 9h 31m 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 Bus, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 17h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $46 |
The table below shows live departures for Poitiers to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 17h20 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 PM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 12h50 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Poitiers, Boulevard du Grand Cerf (Gare Routière) | 12h45 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
3161 | 9:50 PM Poitiers, Railway Station | 11h55 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Poitiers to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 471 miles (759 km) distance in 11h 55m.
Distance 471 miles (759 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 55m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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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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