- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Buses per day
22
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Burgos to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgos to Madrid will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 22 buses that leave Burgos for Madrid on Sat, Jun 20, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 215 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Burgos to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 133 miles (215 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Burgos to Madrid:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burgos to Madrid costing on average $31 (€26).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 48m.
You'll arrive about 20m sooner (2h 28m by bus vs 2h 48m by car) and save roughly $23 (€19) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $49 (€40)). 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 Alsa, Alsa Supra, 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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:13PM | Duration 5h28 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:13PM | Duration 5h13 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Burgos to Madrid buses for today, Friday, June 19. 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 Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h55 | 10:25 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h40 | 10:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 4h05 | 12:35 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 11:15 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h25 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:15 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h35 | 1:50 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 5h28 | 5:13 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 2:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 5:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 5:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 4h05 | 7:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 7:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 6:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 6:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 6:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 8:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 8:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 10:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 11:00 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 1:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 12:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 2:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:15 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 1:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 2:15 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h15 | 2:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal | 3:30 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 6:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 3:45 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h45 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 3:45 AM Burgos, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 6:15 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Burgos to Madrid run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Buses per day 25 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 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 art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for modern and contemporary art lovers.
A major museum spanning European painting from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Its broad collection complements the Prado and Reina Sofía perfectly.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, and relaxing among monuments and formal gardens. A top city experience for nearly every visitor.
Madrid’s best-known avenue, lined with historic architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. Energetic by day and night, it is one of the city’s defining walks.
The symbolic heart of Madrid and a major meeting point, home to the Kilómetro Cero marker and famous public celebrations. Constantly busy and central.
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 a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic tavern dish closely linked to Madrid cuisine.
Prestigious flamenco venue with acclaimed dining, known for refined Spanish cuisine in an intimate historic setting. It combines performance and high-end gastronomy.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian classics. It offers an old-world atmosphere and is one of Madrid’s most iconic dining rooms.
Well-known classic restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and traditional Spanish cooking. It is a long-established spot with a lively, polished tavern feel.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés and 5-10% at restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not required.
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Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Burgos Madrid buses depart from Burgos bus station and arrive at three different destinations in the capital of Spain : the T4 terminal at Madrid airport - Barajas Adolfo Suárez, the Madrid - Sur station and the Avenida de América interchange. There are about 30 buses a day, and all of them make the journey directly, without the need for transshipment. Thanks to Omio, the Burgos Madrid bus ticket can be acquired in a simple way , and in a few minutes have it downloaded in the exclusive application or in an email.
The Burgos Madrid buses are exclusively from the company Alsa.
The Alsa Burgos Madrid bus takes between two and a half and two and three hours and three quarters . At 8:15 it is when the bus leaves that takes the least time to complete the tour: two and a half hours. The slowest one is the one that leaves Burgos at 12:00 and arrives at 15:00, after spending a total of three hours on the route.
The first bus on the route leaves at 7:30 in Burgos, and arrives at 10:15 in Madrid - Avenida América. The last one leaves at dawn, at 4:15, and arrives at 7:00 at its destination.
There are several Burgos Madrid buses that circulate at night and at dawn. Its departure times are: 2:00, 2:20, 3:45, 4:00 and 4:15, in some cases doubling service, and with an average duration of three hours.
The average price for the Alsa Burgos Madrid bus is 19 euros; there is no special discount for booking the ticket in Avanza, but it is advisable to do so through the app or via the Internet to secure the seat.
The Burgos bus station has been modernized in recent years; it has a cafeteria and a luggage locker and is connected to the rest of the city by urban buses.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgos 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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