How to travel from Madrid to Lugo

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Lugo

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lugo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, while a flight costs an average of €172.

Distance: 267 miles (431 km)

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Driving

€40

Average price

€15

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Cheapest

€172

Average price

€85

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 9m

Average total duration

6h 39m

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30m

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4h 40m

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4h 10m

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3h 26m

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1h 26m

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4h 43m

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.3 - 2.6kg

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AVE

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Iberia

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Lugo is a train with an average price of €15.

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

A train is €26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Lugo costing on average €40.

A train is €157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Lugo costing on average €172.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Lugo is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Lugo take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 40m.

Bus takes on average 7h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Lugo including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Lugo among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €40 compared to roughly €85 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €45. The journey takes 6h 39m versus 4h 43m 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.

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.

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from Madrid to Lugo

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

Our recommendation

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

  • AlsaNormal
    11:45 PM7h10
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    6:55 AMLugo, Estación de Autobuses
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal
    11:45 PM7h10
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    6:55 AMLugo, Estación de Autobuses
    €311One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX7233
    6:40 AM1h10
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    7:50 AMA Coruña Airport
    €811One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe AVLO04295+Renfe ALVIA04325
    6:30 AM11h36
    Madrid Chamartín
    6:06 PMLugo station
    €381One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVLO04295+Renfe MD12694
    6:30 AM7h42
    Madrid Chamartín
    2:12 PMLugo station
    €411One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVLO04295+Renfe MD37325
    6:30 AM11h36
    Madrid Chamartín
    6:06 PMLugo station
    €411One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal
    6:00 PM6h20
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    12:20 AMLugo, Estación de Autobuses
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    12:30 AM6h25
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    6:55 AMLugo, Estación de Autobuses
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    10:30 AM6h30
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    5:00 PMLugo, Estación de Autobuses
    €491One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB517
    7:25 AM1h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:40 AMSantiago de Compostela Airport
    €341One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX7231
    10:35 AM1h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    11:50 AMA Coruña Airport
    €811One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB453
    7:15 AM1h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:40 AMA Coruña Airport
    €1001One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Madrid to Lugo

The Best Way According to our Users

If you want to travel from Madrid to Lugo there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 76,47% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Madrid to Lugo. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Madrid to Lugo. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Lugo

Travel to Lugo 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 Lugo.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Lugo including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Lugo is a train with an average price of €15.

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

A train is €26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Lugo costing on average €40.

A train is €157 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Lugo costing on average €172.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Lugo is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Lugo take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 40m.

Bus takes on average 7h 9m.

The distance from Madrid to Lugo is approximately 267 miles (431 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Lugo is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Lugo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in A Coruña Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid Chamartín and arrive in Lugo station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Lugo, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Lugo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe AVLO to go to Lugo by train.
  • Travel with Iberia, Air Europa, Ryanair, Vueling, CitizenPlane, Edelweiss Air to go to Lugo by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra to go to Lugo by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Lugo with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.
  • 10 direct flights per day with Iberia, Air Europa, Ryanair, CitizenPlane.
  • 12 direct buses per day with Alsa, Alsa Supra.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Lugo often also extend their vacation to go to Santiago de Compostela, Sarria, Barcelona, A Coruña, Vigo. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lugo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lugo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lugo, you can explore the charming streets of the Old Town, visit the bustling Mercado Municipal de Quiroga Ballesteros, and enjoy a guided tour of the Roman Baths. Don't miss the Roman Walls of Lugo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the stunning Lugo Cathedral. Relax at Plaza Mayor or Parque Rosalía de Castro, and savor traditional Galician cuisine at a local restaurant. Additionally, attending a local festival or event offers a taste of Lugo's vibrant cultural life.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Lugo, allowing time to visit the Roman walls, the Cathedral, and enjoy the local cuisine.
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