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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
302 km
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 $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 4 buses that leave Valencia for Madrid on Fri, Jun 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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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MULTIMEDIA.Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a flight costs an average of $28.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $119 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Valencia to Madrid:
A train is $23 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia to Madrid costing on average $56 (€46).
A train is $85 (€71) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Madrid costing on average $119 (€98).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 21m.
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
You'll arrive about 58m sooner (2h 27m by bus vs 3h 25m by car) and save roughly $14 (€12) compared to fuel and tolls ($56 (€46) vs $70 (€58)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Avanza.
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 Avanza | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, June 25. 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 | |
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MULTIMEDIA. | 1:00 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 4h30 | 5:30 AM Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 1:00 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 4h15 | 5:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Valencia to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by train.
There are 9 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 4h 5m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for 20th-century art.
A major collection spanning medieval to modern art, completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art. Strong for European painting and accessible curation.
Madrid’s historic main square, surrounded by arcaded buildings and linked to the city’s Habsburg past. A classic stop for architecture and atmosphere.
Madrid’s central square and symbolic heart, home to the Kilometer Zero marker and the famous Bear and Strawberry Tree statue.
Madrid’s iconic boulevard lined with historic architecture, shops, and theaters. It is one of the city’s busiest and most recognizable streets.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is one of the city’s most iconic quick bites.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic Madrid tavern specialty.
Classic casual bar famed for fried cod and old-school tapas, popular for a quick authentic stop in central Madrid.
Celebrated traditional restaurant known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking in a refined but lively setting.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots, with a classic old-Madrid feel.
Moderate for Western Europe: museums and transit are fair, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change in cafes, bars, and taxis is appreciated, not required.
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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.

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