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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valencia to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Madrid will cost around zł 176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł 176.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 4 buses from Valencia to Madrid, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
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Buses from Valencia to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at zł 8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price zł 8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Valencia to Madrid.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Avanza | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł 176 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł 73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł 96 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł 91 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł 176 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price zł 60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price zł 85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł 91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł 78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price zł 91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price zł 85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price zł 85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł 91 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price zł 176 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price zł 91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price zł 78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price zł 78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price zł 84 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price zł 176 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price zł 96 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price zł 176 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price zł 84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price zł 78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price zł 73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price zł 84 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price zł 176 |
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NORMAL. | 7:30 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 4h05 | 11:35 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 12:00 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 3:00 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 4h15 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Madrid is one of the most vibrant cities in Europe and attracts millions of visitors every year. Passengers traveling from Valencia to Madrid can choose from an average of 8 different buses departing for the city every day. All services are direct and the journey usually takes 4 hours and 15 minutes.
All bus services between Valencia and Madrid are operated by Avanza. Avanza is a major bus service provider offering connections between a number of cities in Spain.
Journey times for buses from Valencia to Spain remain consistent throughout the day. Each journey should take a total of 4 hours and 15 minutes, with no changes required during the trip.
There are between 7 and 9 buses traveling to Madrid from Valencia every day. Departure times are spread out evenly throughout the day and customers can choose from the 1 or 2 journeys that depart every hour. The services start their departares at around 7:30 a.m. and the last bus leaves the terminal at 9:30 p.m.
Departure bus station: Situated right in the heart of the city, Valencia bus station is the main stopping point for all buses to the city and is located on Calle Mendez Pi Day, right next to the major shopping centre Corte Ingles as well as the beautiful botanical gardens. The station has a wide range of services and facilities, including luggage storage lockers, a cafeteria, as well as a newsstand. For those looking to link up with other locations in the city, there is also a subway station nearby.
Arrival bus station: The main bus station of Madrid is called the Estación del Sur but is also known locally as the Méndez Álvaro. It is situated in the southern part of the city and connects up with various other parts of Madrid via metro lines and local buses. Passengers disembarking at this location can take advantage of a variety of different services including luggage storage and a breakfast bar.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia 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 Valencia to Madrid buses use the Valencia, Estació d'autobusos 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 Valencia and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos 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), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
Available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) has practical services for this route, including ATM, Taxis, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
ATMs are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1).
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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