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The cheapest and fastest buses from Porto to Madrid
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 13
- Cheapest price on Nov 13
- $15
- Average ticket price on Nov 13
- $34
- Fastest journey on Nov 13
- 7 h 29 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 13
- 7 h 30 m
- Buses on Nov 13
- 37
- Distance
- 421 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Madrid will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast buses
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 37 buses from Porto to Madrid, including 32 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 421 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 29 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
Normal9:45 AM 8h30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) $15 1 One-way 0 transfers- Normal
9:45 AM 7h55 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 6:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $15 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
12:30 PM 8h45 Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) 10:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) $15 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
12:45 PM 8h30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 10:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) $15 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
12:30 PM 8h14 Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) 9:44 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $15 1 One-way 0 transfers
- Normal
10:00 PM 7h29 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 6:29 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $26 1 One-way 0 transfers 
13000211510:00 PM 7h29 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 6:29 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $42 1 One-way 0 transfers
FlixBus11:35 PM 7h30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $41 1 One-way 0 transfers- Normal
11:59 PM 7h30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 8:29 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $25 1 One-way 0 transfers 
Normal11:59 PM 7h30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 8:29 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses $25 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Porto to Madrid
Portugal
Spain
Buses from Porto to Madrid run on average 26 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 261 miles (421 km) distance in 5h 40m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 261 miles (421 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 5h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Frequently asked questions about your Porto to Madrid trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Porto to Madrid.
Cheap bus tickets from Porto to Madrid can start from as little as $11 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Porto to Madrid is $42 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Porto to Madrid leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Porto to Madrid leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 20 direct buses a day from Porto to Madrid with Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Porto to Madrid Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:44PM | Duration 8h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:44PM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 09:44PM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:59AM | Duration 11h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:59AM | Duration 13h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:29AM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Gipsyy | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:29AM | Duration 7h29 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 7h59 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:29AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Live departures
Porto to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Madrid buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 9:15 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 8h14 | 6:29 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:15 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 8h45 | 7:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 7h29 | 6:29 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h00 | 7:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 130002115 | 10:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 7h29 | 6:29 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 130002115 | 10:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h00 | 7:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h00 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:10 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h35 | 7:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 7h30 | 8:05 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:35 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h05 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:00 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 8h40 | 6:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:00 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 9h15 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Supra Economy | 9:00 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 14h35 | 12:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 15h45 | 1:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h45 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 9h15 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:45 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h30 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 9:45 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 7h55 | 6:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 130000910 | 9:45 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 7h59 | 6:44 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 130000910 | 9:45 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h30 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 8h44 | 9:44 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 9h15 | 10:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 PM Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 8h45 | 10:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 PM Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 8h14 | 9:44 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:45 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 8h30 | 10:15 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 12:45 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 7h59 | 9:44 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 15h30 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 14h00 | 6:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Rede Expressos, Internorte, BlaBlaCar Bus from Porto to MadridYou can travel by bus between Porto to Madrid with Alsa, FlixBus, Gipsyy, Rede Expressos, Internorte, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
6h 29m
Cheapest Alsa Price
$11
Alsa frequency
14 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
7h 30m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
$12
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Gipsyy
About
Gipsyy is a Portuguese bus company aiming for carbon-neutral operations and a vision to fill every seat, offering cost-effective travel across Portugal and Spain, with plans for further European expansion. They operate 32 trips daily, connecting 8 cities, including popular routes like Lisbon, Madrid, and Porto. Gipsyy buses typically offer amenities such as reclining seats, air conditioning, and USB charging points. They have also partnered with Spanish company Alsa to jointly operate international routes, enhancing connectivity and passenger experience with modern double-decker buses featuring Wi-Fi and USB charging.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Gipsyy Duration
6h 29m
Cheapest Gipsyy Price
$11
Gipsyy frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag 8kg (40x20x55) and one checked bag 23kg (60x40x100).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Support for visually impaired passengers.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be folded or disassembled.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average BlaBlaCar Bus Duration
5h 40m
Cheapest BlaBlaCar Bus Price
$12
BlaBlaCar Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Rede Expressos
About
Rede Expressos is a leading bus company in Portugal, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to passengers including buses #[+journey]. It operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to double-deckers, all equipped with air conditioning, reclining seats, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and multi-trip tickets. It also offers discounts for students, seniors, and children. Rede Expressos operates services to and from major cities and towns in Portugal, including Lisbon, Porto, Faro, and Coimbra. It also offers international routes to Spain, France, and Germany. The company operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with departures every hour. It is one of the most popular bus companies in Portugal, offering convenient and affordable transportation services to passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Rede Expressos Duration
9h 40m
Cheapest Rede Expressos Price
$25
Rede Expressos frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
Internorte
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Internorte Duration
7h 29m
Cheapest Internorte Price
$13
Internorte frequency
3 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Porto and Madrid
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Porto to Madrid, you can count on Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos, Internorte for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Porto and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Porto to Madrid:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Gipsyy
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Porto to Madrid for bus company Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Porto to Madrid depends on the bus companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Gipsyy
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Porto to Madrid.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Porto to Madrid:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Gipsyy
- One carry-on bag 8kg (40x20x55) and one checked bag 23kg (60x40x100).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Porto to Madrid:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Gipsyy
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Porto to Madrid. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Porto to Madrid with the following bus company: Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Porto to Madrid with the following bus company: Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Porto to Madrid with the following bus company: Alsa, Gipsyy, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos.
Complete guide to Madrid
Things to do in Madrid
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
- Must visit
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
- Must visit
Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
- Must visit
El Retiro Park
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
- Must visit
Gran Vía
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
- Must visit
Paseo del Prado
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
Cocido Madrileño
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Bocadillo de Calamares
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
- Gluten-free
Callos a la Madrileña
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
DSTAgE
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Malacatín
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Sobrino de Botín
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple menú.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Tarjeta Transporte
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €8.40
To the city center
Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless bank cards work on EMT Madrid city buses, but Metro usually requires a transport card or ticket.
- Buy the 10-trip ticket if you will make several journeys; it is valid on Metro zone A and EMT buses.
Plan your visit to Madrid
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Madrid.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
In Madrid, the main safety concerns for travelers include pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like Puerta del Sol, Gran Vía, and on public transportation. Common scams involve distraction techniques, such as someone asking for signatures on petitions or offering friendship bracelets, to steal valuables. Travelers should also be cautious of unlicensed taxi drivers and always use official transport services. Staying vigilant in busy tourist spots and keeping belongings secure helps minimize risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
Buses from Oporto to Madrid
The distance travelled by the Oporto Madrid buses exceeds 650 kilometres. To complete these trips they make several stops and take between 8 and 15 hours to reach different parts of Madrid. They depart from various stops in Oporto, including from the airport, and arrive at the Avenida América interchange, Madrid's South bus station and Madrid-Barajas airport.
What buses go from Oporto to Madrid?
The companies that manage the routes of the Oporto Madrid buses are ALSA, Flixbus and Eurolines. ALSA offers the highest number of frequencies and uses its own vehicles with Normal service. These buses have a platform to facilitate wheelchair access, wheelchair seats, air conditioning, toilets, access to free wifi and entertainment proposals through the channel Ociobus.
How long does the bus from Oporto to Madrid take?
The minimum journey time for Oporto Madrid buses is 7 hours and 40 minutes. This route is operated by Flixbus, which departs from Garagem Atlântico in the centre of Oporto and arrives at Madrid's South station. There is an ALSA service that stops in Lisbon Oriente and 9 more stops and takes 15 hours to arrive at Madrid-Barajas airport. The trips scheduled by Eurolines last more than 24 hours.
How many buses from Oporto to Madrid?
Oporto Madrid buses offer between 12 and 13 departures a day from Monday to Friday. On Saturdays 11 departures are usually scheduled, while on Sundays 8 buses leave from Oporto to Madrid.
Where do buses from Oporto to Madrid depart from and arrive at?
Oporto stations: There is no main bus station in Oporto, but several bus stops located in different parts of the city. The stops of Praça de Galiza, Campo 24 de Agosto, Casa da Musica located next to an important metro station, Avenida dos Aliados, Garagem Atlântico and Vilanova de Gaia.
stand out.Southern bus station in Madrid: located 5 kilometres from the city centre, it is an intermodal interchange or station where metro, suburban train and urban, interurban and international bus services converge. The centre of Madrid can be reached in 10 minutes by suburban train lines C1 and C5. Its facilities include a cafeteria, restaurant, parking area, ticket offices and taxi rank.
FAQs: Bus from Porto to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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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Popular bus stations from Porto to Madrid
Most Porto to Madrid buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã 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 Porto and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Porto
Arrival bus stations in Madrid
Which Porto station do buses to Madrid leave from?
Buses from Porto to Madrid leave from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Porto city centre at Rua de Bonjoia, 4000-126 Porto, Portugal.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de CampanhãRua de Bonjoia, 4000-126 Porto, Portugal
City-centre transport
Getting to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã from Porto city centre
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
BusAutna · 15m · $2
9M · 11m · $4 · every ~3 min
SubwayA, B, Bx, C, E, F · 12m · $2 · every ~11 min
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã bus station facilities and services
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá CarneiroPorto Airport Arrival Terminal
City-centre transport
Getting to Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro from Porto city centre
Bus11| Lisboa, Vila Real de Santo António, 10 | Leiria, 10 | Lisboa · 20m · $2
3M · 28m · $4 · every ~4 min
BlaBlaCar Bus · 20m · $2
Autna · 25m · $3
601 · 43m · $4 · every ~4 min
SubwayE · 27m · $3 · every ~8 min
Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro)
City-centre transport
Getting to Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro) from Porto city centre
Bus602 · 1h 40m · $5 · every ~8 min
6009 · 2h 17m · $8 · every ~2 min
SubwayBx, B · 1h 21m · $5 · every ~2 min
Which Madrid station do buses from Porto arrive at?
Buses from Porto to Madrid most often arrive at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. Some services arrive at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Madrid arrival station.
Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesCalle de Mendez Alvaro, 83, 28045 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC5, C10, C7 · 2m · $2 · every ~23 min
C10, C7 · 8m · $2 · every ~8 min
C3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · $2 · every ~15 min
BusN11 · 16m · $2 · every ~11 min
N13 · 18m · $2 · every ~15 min
148 · 45m · $5 · every ~30 min
Subway6 · 24m · $3 · every ~48 min
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)Av. de la Hispanidad, s/n, 28042 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus203, N27 · 1h 2m · $11 · every ~45 min
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAvenida de America, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid, Avenida de América from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · $3 · every ~15 min
BusN4 · 8m · $2 · every ~11 min
52 · 25m · $3 · every ~30 min
Subway4 · 8m · $3 · every ~26 min
6 · 36m · $3 · every ~48 min
Madrid, Avenida de América bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Bus stations for Porto to Madrid
Check bus stations information for Porto and Madrid, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
When departing from Porto , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã, Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro, Maia, Porto (Aeroporto Sa Carneiro), Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal), Porto, Estação de Campanhã . When arriving in Madrid , you can end your journey in bus stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), Madrid, Avenida de América, Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã, which is located around 1 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3 away from the city centre.
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