- 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 Sep 08
$41
Average ticket price on Sep 08
$79
Fastest journey on Sep 08
14 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 08
15 h 3 m
Buses on Sep 08
66
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Madrid will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 66 buses from Paris to Madrid, including 32 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct buses cover the 1052 km distance in an average of 15 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest buses will take 15 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $75 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, while a train costs an average of $364.
Distance: 653 miles (1052 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $171 Average price | $364 Average price | $380 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 47m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 6h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg 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 Paris to Madrid:
A bus is $96 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Madrid costing on average $171.
A bus is $289 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Madrid costing on average $364.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 46m.
Bus takes on average 11h 17m.
You'll arrive about 1h 48m sooner (11h 17m by bus vs 13h 5m by car) and save roughly $306 compared to fuel and tolls ($75 vs $380). 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, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gipsyy, Internorte, Infobus, BlaBlaCar.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:34AM | Duration 21h34 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $225 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 23h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $196 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 25h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 18h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $189 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Madrid 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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FlixBus | 2:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h25 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 16h55 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
53905 · 3161 | 3:00 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 18h45 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h30 | 8:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 8:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
3161 | 5:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h45 | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 23h20 | 4:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h25 | 3:25 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h40 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h10 | 11:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h30 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h59 | 12:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h30 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h59 | 12:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 17h15 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 16h44 | 12:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 17h15 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:15 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 16h44 | 12:59 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h25 | 2:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h10 | 1:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 8:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h40 | 1:10 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h20 | 1:20 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 9:15 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 19h30 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:15 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 21h30 | 6:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:15 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 18h00 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 9:15 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 19h25 | 4:40 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h15 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h15 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
4003 | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 15h15 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 15h45 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
95927 · 3163 | 9:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h25 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h00 | 4:45 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h30 | 3:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h00 | 6:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 14h45 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h15 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h15 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 14h45 | 12:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h15 | 1:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h35 | 10:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
3163 | 11:10 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h00 | 3:10 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:20 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 25h00 | 12:20 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:20 PM Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 23h15 | 10:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 8:45 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h50 | 8:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h05 | 8:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h10 | 7:40 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h40 | 7:55 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h10 | 7:25 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h45 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 23h50 | 12:20 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 21h30 | 10:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h00 | 10:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h40 | 10:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 1:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h15 | 10:45 AM Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h25 | 10:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Paris to Madrid run on average 39 times per day, taking around 11h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 653 miles (1052 km) distance in 15h 45m.
Distance 653 miles (1052 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 15h 45m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Madrid buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) 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 Paris and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C). ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C).
Available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 is 14 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145. ATMs are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Ticket office support is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Pavements and crossings suitable for wheelchairs.
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, 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.
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