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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 53 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tarbes to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Madrid will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 7 buses that leave Tarbes for Madrid on Tue, Aug 04, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 443 km distance in an average of 11 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 13 h 50 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.










Buses from Tarbes to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 275 miles (443 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 275 miles (443 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €135 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €85 |
The table below shows live departures for Tarbes to Madrid buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 PM Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 10h20 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 5:35 PM Tarbes | 14h05 | 7:40 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 PM Tarbes | 13h50 | 7:55 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 PM Tarbes | 18h20 | 12:55 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Tarbes | 13h05 | 8:10 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Tarbes | 11h50 | 7:00 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarbes 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 Tarbes to Madrid buses use the Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont 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 Tarbes and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont is 3 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont: Taxis.
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.
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