Bus Tickets from Barcelona to Madrid

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Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on August 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Sants
Madrid (South)CheapestFastest
Flixbus
Sants
Madrid (South)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Barcelona to Madrid

Bus
Average PriceUS$52 - US$378Average Duration7h 40m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$23 - US$276Average Duration2h 52m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Carpool
Average PriceUS$25 - US$85Average Duration6h 30m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Barcelona to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day
2h 52mAverage Duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Barcelona to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$53
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 40m
Number of daily buses18
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance495 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Barcelona to Madrid Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Barcelona to Madrid.

Bus service from Barcelona to Madrid will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Madrid from Barcelona, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Barcelona - Madrid

  1. What is the distance between Barcelona and Madrid?

    Barcelona and Madrid are 505 km (313 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Barcelona to Madrid?

    Buses departing from Barcelona Sants in Barcelona will take you to Avenida de América Metro in Madrid.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-25
US$47
08-26
US$260
Today
US$36
08-28
US$205
08-29
US$192
08-30
US$30
08-31
US$47
09-01
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Madrid was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of US$30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Barcelona to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$307 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30 which is on 2025-08-30.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Barcelona to Madrid but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Barcelona to Madrid, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Barcelona to Madrid.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Barcelona to Madrid while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Barcelona by bus?

Bus from Madrid to Barcelona

You can also go to Madrid by train

Train from Barcelona to Madrid

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