- Must visit
Cité de l'Espace
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Cheapest price on Sep 08
$31
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$77
Fastest journey on Sep 08
9 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
9 h 38 m
Buses on Sep 08
16
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Toulouse will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 16 buses from Madrid to Toulouse, including 7 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 553 km distance in an average of 9 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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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3187Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $50 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, while a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 343 miles (553 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
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$50 Average price Cheapest | $216 Average price | $164 Average price | $145 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg 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 Madrid to Toulouse:
A bus is $114 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Toulouse costing on average $164.
A bus is $166 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Toulouse costing on average $216.
Other travel options to Toulouse take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 55m.
Bus takes on average 9h 33m.
Tickets start at around $50 compared to roughly $145 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $95. The journey takes 9h 33m versus 8h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:14AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 13h46 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 14h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 14h46 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Toulouse buses for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h55 | 11:40 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
3187 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h50 | 6:20 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h40 | 6:30 AM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 15h15 | 2:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h46 | 2:45 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:59 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 14h01 | 2:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 12:14 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h46 | 2:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 15h45 | 10:45 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur | 13h00 | 11:00 PM Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Toulouse run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 343 miles (553 km) distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 343 miles (553 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 12:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Toulouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Toulouse trip today.
Europe's leading aerospace museum with Concorde, Airbus aircraft, and interactive exhibits. Ideal for Toulouse's aviation identity.
Fine arts museum in a former abbey, known for Romanesque sculptures, paintings, and tranquil cloisters near Saint-Sernin.
Contemporary art museum inside a former slaughterhouse, featuring major exhibitions and a lively riverside cultural setting.
Toulouse's grand central square, framed by arcades and the Capitole. The city's main meeting point and top orientation stop.
Canal du Midi promenade shaded by plane trees, ideal for walking or cycling away from busy city streets.
Lively square lined with terraces and animated by local life, just beside Saint-Sernin and the historic center.
Slow-cooked white bean stew with Toulouse sausage, duck confit, and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish and a major symbol of southwestern cuisine.
Fresh pork sausage seasoned simply and traditionally grilled or cooked in cassoulet. It is one of Toulouse’s best-known charcuterie specialties.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat. Common across the southwest, it is a classic bistro staple often served with potatoes or beans.
Michelin-starred dining focused on refined regional ingredients and modern French technique in an intimate, polished setting.
Long-established institution specializing in cassoulet and regional southwest dishes. Traditional, busy, and popular with locals and visitors alike.
Classic Toulouse address serving generous southwest fare, especially duck and cassoulet, in a warm and traditional dining room.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are cheaper than Paris, while transit is affordable for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
Whoever is interested in travelling between Madrid and Toulouse finds a great alternative on the bus. Thus, there are 28 daily frequencies that make this journey, with a good number of different morning, afternoon and evening schedules. The fastest bus journey takes 11 hours and 45 minutes, in a peaceful, safe and relaxed way.
The Spanish bus company Alsa manages almost all Madrid Toulouse buses, although some of them are also operated by the company Eurolines. Alsa provides this service with 2 types of buses: conventional and Premium. The latter have an even higher level of comfort and services than the usual in this company.
The average duration of the Madrid Toulouse buses is 14 hours and 49 minutes. However, it is possible to choose much faster journeys: the one that, for example, arrives at the Gallic destination in 11 hours and 45 minutes. All trips include at least 1 stopover, normally in San Sebastian or Barcelona.
There are 28 daily frequencies of Madrid Toulouse buses distributed as follows: 9 in the morning, 13 in the afternoon and 6 at night. In this way, it is possible to choose a suitable departure time according to the personal needs of each traveller.
South bus station in Madrid : located in Méndez Álvaro street, it is connected to the city by Cercanías C5, C7 and C10 trains, buses 8, 102, 113, 148 and 152 and metro line 6. Located 2.5 kilometres from El Retiro Park, it houses restrooms, medical assistance, restaurants, 290 parking spaces, commercial establishments and is highly suitable for people with mobility difficulties.
Toulouse Routière station: this modern French bus station is located at 68 Boulevard Pierre Semard, a central area of the city which is only 1.5 kilometres from the town hall and next to the train station. It has a metro stop nearby, which favors travel throughout the city. It receives, every year, one million passengers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Toulouse buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Toulouse, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Toulouse, Airport. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Toulouse bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, 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, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América 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 Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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