The cheapest and fastest buses from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€63
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
9 h 7 m
Buses on Sep 19
6
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín will cost around €63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 6 buses from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 484 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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.
Normal10:45 AM9h30Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses8:15 PMMadrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)€601One-way0 transfers
Normal10:45 AM9h45Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses8:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Normal10:45 AM10h15Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses9:00 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€601One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal8:00 AM11h30Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses7:30 PMMadrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)€601One-way1 transfer
Supra Economy2:15 PM8h10Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses10:25 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€701One-way0 transfers
Supra Economy2:15 PM7h55Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses10:10 PMMadrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)€701One-way0 transfers
Supra Economy2:15 PM8h10Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses10:25 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€701One-way0 transfers
Normal10:45 AM9h30Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses8:15 PMMadrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)€601One-way0 transfers
Normal10:45 AM9h45Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses8:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Normal10:45 AM10h15Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses9:00 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)€601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, while a flight costs an average of €185.
Distance: 300 miles (484 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €185 Average price | €104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín:
A train is €24 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín costing on average €47.
A train is €161 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín costing on average €185.
Other travel options to Madrid Chamartín take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 12m.
Bus takes on average 9h 10m.
Tickets start at around €47 compared to roughly €104 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €57. The journey takes 9h 10m versus 5h 45m 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, Alsa Supra.
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.
Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Live departures
Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:40 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao | 6h00 | 9:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal · Normal | 8:00 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 7:30 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 8:15 PM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h45 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 9:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín
Buses from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 but you can travel from only €9 by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 300 miles (484 km) distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 300 miles (484 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid ChamartínYou can travel by bus between Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín with Alsa, Alsa Supra for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Chamartín 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 Chamartín, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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