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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
Of the 1 buses that leave Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao for Madrid Barajas Airport on Sat, May 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 492 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 23 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 AM10h15Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses9:00 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)$741One-way0 transfers
- Normal10:45 AM10h15Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses9:00 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)$741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 305 miles (492 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$76 Average price | $106 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $76 (€62).
A train is $32 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $106 (€86).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 26m.
Bus takes on average 9h 23m.
Tickets start at around $76 (€62) compared to roughly $152 (€123) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $75 (€61). The journey takes 9h 23m versus 5h 46m 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.
Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Live departures
Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 9:30 PM Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 7:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
| 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 Barajas Airport
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 305 miles (492 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 305 miles (492 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas AirportYou can travel by bus between Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as $26 (€21). 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 Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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