- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€22
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€22
Fastest journey on Oct 08
3 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
3 h 5 m
Buses on Oct 08
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Valladolid Airport to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valladolid Airport to Madrid will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 1 buses from Valladolid Airport to Madrid, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 the slowest buses will take 3 h 5 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 Valladolid Airport to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:50, the last at 13:55. The fastest bus covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 9:50 AM |
Last bus 1:55 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €13 |
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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 Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valladolid Airport 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 Valladolid Airport to Madrid buses use the Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses 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 Valladolid Airport and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Elevators, ramps.
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