- Must visit
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
$50
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
17 h 10 m
Average duration
18 h 5 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
863 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valence to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valence to Madrid will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Valence to Madrid without transferring at least once.
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50617 · 4821Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valence to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $227.
Distance: 536 miles (863 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price Cheapest | $211 Average price | $227 Average price | $282 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 59m Average total duration 16h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Valence to Madrid:
A bus is $113 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valence to Madrid costing on average $211 (€170).
A bus is $129 (€104) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valence to Madrid costing on average $227 (€183).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 22m.
Bus takes on average 16h 29m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 38h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $194 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
The table below shows live departures for Valence to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 17h30 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:10 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 17h25 | 8:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
3176 · 3186 | 3:10 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 18h45 | 9:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:15 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 21h40 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 17h10 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
50796 · 4349 | 6:40 PM Valence, Gare Routière | 22h05 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 27h30 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 transfers | |
50617 · 4821 | 5:05 AM Valence, Gare Routière | 19h35 | 12:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Valence to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 536 miles (863 km) distance in 16h 20m.
Distance 536 miles (863 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 16h 20m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 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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