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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Madrid
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €25
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €45
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 7 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 7 h 28 m
- Buses on 13 Nov
- 19
- Distance
- 504 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Madrid will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only €25.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 19 buses from Barcelona to Madrid, including 17 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 504 km distance in an average of 7 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 35 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.
Normal2:00 PM 7h40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 9:40 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América €25 1 One-way 0 changes- Normal
3:30 PM 7h50 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 11:20 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América €28 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
11:30 AM 7h45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 7:15 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América €28 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
10:30 AM 8h05 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 6:35 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América €30 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
10:30 AM 7h40 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 6:10 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) €41 1 One-way 0 changes
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7:30 PM 7h20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 2:50 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) €41 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
2:00 PM 7h20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 9:20 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) €41 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
11:30 AM 7h30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 7:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) €41 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
11:59 PM 7h35 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 7:34 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) €41 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
7:30 PM 7h35 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 3:05 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América €41 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Madrid
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Buses from Barcelona to Madrid run on average 23 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 22 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 504 km distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 504 km |
Average bus duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 12:14 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Barcelona to Madrid trip
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Live departures
Barcelona to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Madrid coaches for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 2:50 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 2:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h40 | 6:10 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h05 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 7:00 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 7:15 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 18h05 | 8:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Normal | 3:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 10:50 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 3:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 10:35 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 4:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 12:20 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 5:50 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 5:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 6:35 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 6:50 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:45 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h55 | 7:40 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Barcelona and Madrid
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Barcelona to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Madrid by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Madrid
Most Barcelona to Madrid buses use the Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Avenida de América station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do buses to Madrid leave from?
Getting to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 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), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants bus station facilities and services
Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants 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), Fast Food Corner (in the station), Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
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 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants: Elevators, ramps.
Which Madrid station do buses from Barcelona arrive at?
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:
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.
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:
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.
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:
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.
Bus stations for Barcelona to Madrid
Check bus stations information for Barcelona and Madrid, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
Most popular bus connections from Barcelona
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