How to travel from Madrid to Tolosa

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Tolosa

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Tolosa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, while a flight costs an average of €460.

Distance: 205 miles (331 km)

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Driving

€460

Average price

€51

Average price

€47

Average price

Cheapest

€117

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 59m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 34m

Average total duration

6h 4m

Onboard

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30m

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6h 37m

Average total duration

6h 7m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 27m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Air France

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Renfe MD

Most popular train company

Alsa

Most popular bus company

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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 Tolosa is a bus with an average price of €47.

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

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Tolosa costing on average €51.

A bus is €413 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Tolosa costing on average €460.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Tolosa is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Tolosa take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 34m.

Bus takes on average 6h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Tolosa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Tolosa 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 28m sooner (3h 59m by flight vs 4h 27m by car). Tickets start at around €460 compared to roughly €117 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 Tolosa

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal
    4:00 PM6h25
    Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
    10:25 PMTolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia)
    €431One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal
    4:00 PM6h25
    Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
    10:25 PMTolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia)
    €431One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1199
    7:10 AM1h25
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:35 AMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
    €2611One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe MD18061
    9:06 AM7h01
    Madrid Príncipe Pío
    4:07 PMTolosa station
    €481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe MD18063
    12:25 PM7h41
    Madrid Príncipe Pío
    8:06 PMTolosa station
    €481One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe ALVIA04167
    5:48 PM4h44
    Madrid Chamartín
    10:32 PMTolosa station
    €601One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaSupra Economy · Normal
    6:45 PM6h00
    Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    12:45 AMTolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia)
    €731One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1101 · AF7442
    8:15 PM12h10
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:25 AMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
    €1871One-way
    1 transfer
  • SwissLX2033+Helvetic AirwaysLX552
    7:30 PM18h45
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    2:15 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
    €2171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF1801 · AF7440
    5:45 PM4h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    10:00 PMBordeaux Mérignac Airport
    €2521One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Tolosa

Travel to Tolosa 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 Tolosa.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Tolosa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Tolosa is a bus with an average price of €47.

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

A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Tolosa costing on average €51.

A bus is €413 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Tolosa costing on average €460.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Tolosa is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 59m.

Other travel options to Tolosa take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 34m.

Bus takes on average 6h 37m.

The distance from Madrid to Tolosa is approximately 205 miles (331 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Tolosa is:
  • Around 22 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Tolosa:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Bordeaux Mérignac Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid Príncipe Pío and arrive in Tolosa station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) and arrive in Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Tolosa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa Supra, Alsa to go to Tolosa by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA to go to Tolosa by train.
  • Travel with Air Nostrum, Air Europa, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Volotea, ITA, British Airways, Iberia to go to Tolosa by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Tolosa with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with Alsa.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Air Nostrum, Volotea, Iberia.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Tolosa often also extend their vacation to go to Pamplona, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Donostia-San Sebastian, Bilbao, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tolosa and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tolosa to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Tolosa's cultural sites, local cuisine, and natural surroundings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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