How to travel from Madrid to Guarda

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Compare bus and flight for Madrid to Guarda

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Guarda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $103.

Distance: 187 miles (302 km)

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$103

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$41

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$73

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3h 20m

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1h 20m

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7h 25m

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6h 55m

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30m

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3h 57m

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Guarda is a bus with an average price of $41 (€34).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Guarda:

A bus is $62 (€52) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Guarda costing on average $103 (€86).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Guarda is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Guarda take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Guarda including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Guarda among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 37m sooner (1h 20m by flight vs 3h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $103 (€86) compared to roughly $73 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Madrid to Guarda

How to get from Madrid to Guarda by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Madrid to Guarda is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:25 AM6h00
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    2:25 PMGuarda, Terminal Rodoviario
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:25 AM6h00
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    2:25 PMGuarda, Terminal Rodoviario
    $251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 572
    6:25 AM1h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    6:45 AMPorto Airport
    $1501One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 AM5h25
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    2:25 PMGuarda, Terminal Rodoviario
    $271One-way
    0 transfers
  • RyanairFR 5482
    5:30 PM1h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    5:50 PMPorto Airport
    $2101One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1149+FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 AM8h30
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    6:55 PMGuarda, Terminal Rodoviario
    $5721One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX1145+FlixBusFlixBus
    10:35 AM9h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    6:55 PMGuarda, Terminal Rodoviario
    $6431One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Guarda

Travel to Guarda easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Guarda.

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There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Guarda including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Guarda is a bus with an average price of $41 (€34).

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Guarda:

A bus is $62 (€52) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Guarda costing on average $103 (€86).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Guarda is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Guarda take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 25m.

The distance from Madrid to Guarda is approximately 187 miles (302 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Guarda is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Guarda as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Guarda:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Porto Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Guarda, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, Monbus, FlixBus to go to Guarda by bus.
  • Travel with Ryanair to go to Guarda by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Guarda with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with Alsa, FlixBus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Guarda often also extend their vacation to go to Lisbon, Porto, Salamanca, Coimbra, Vilar Formoso. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Guarda and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Guarda to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Guarda, you can explore the Parque Natural da Serra da Estrela for hiking and stunning landscapes, visit the Centro de Ciência Viva da Floresta for interactive exhibits on forest ecosystems, and experience local culture at the Mercado Municipal de Guarda. Enjoy performances at the Teatro Municipal da Guarda and wine tasting at Quinta da Maúnça. Must-see sights include the Sé da Guarda cathedral, Torre de Menagem medieval tower, Museu da Guarda, Parque Urbano do Rio Diz, and the historic Judiaria da Guarda.
To fully enjoy Guarda, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended to explore its picturesque streets, historical sites, and nearby natural attractions.

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