How much is the bus ticket from London to Madrid?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Madrid start from $65. The average price for this route is around $182. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from London to Madrid?

The average bus travel time from London to Madrid is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the London to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Madrid?

The earliest bus departs from London to Madrid at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Madrid?

A bus trip from London to Madrid generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from London to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Madrid?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus London to Madrid from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	1d 7h	8:10am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
Bus	2:05pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	2:05pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:05pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	1d 10h	8:00am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	2:05pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	1d 8h	8:00am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 21h	6:10am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	1d 10h	8:00am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	2:10pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	2:20pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for London to Madrid on February 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:59pm	Victoria Coach Station	1d 9h	10:15am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Victoria Coach Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	2:05pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	10:55pm	Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)	1d 13h	1:20pm	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	London Gatwick Airport North Terminal	1d 17h	8:55am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:29 AM GMT.

Compare 2 ways to go from London to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

17h 20mAverage Duration

1264 kmDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $398	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$159 - $159	Average Duration17h 20m	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in London and Madrid?

Stops in London

A
Victoria Coach Station
164 Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London SW1W 9TP, UK
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B
Finchley Road
235 Finchley Rd, London NW3, UK
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C
Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.
Hammersmith, Stop SC, London W6 9PJ, UK
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D
Earl's Court
76-77 A4, Kensington, London SW5, UK
E
London Elephant & Castle
26 New Kent Rd, London SE1 6TJ, UK
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F
New Cross Gate
263 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5PL, UK
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Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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B
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,172 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,395 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi2.6

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting easy-to-follow instructions and friendly drivers. The journey was noted as comfortable overall. However, some travelers expressed a desire for clearer communication regarding toilet breaks in multiple languages to enhance their travel experience further.

BlaBlaBus London Madrid recent customer reviews

The journey was comfortable I would have liked more clarity on when toilet breaks would take place, preferably in different languages

Junayd I.

September 20, 2024

First time traveling with BlaBlaBus, despite of a some bad comments found in internet, my personal experience was good. Recommended.

Zenon V.

April 27, 2022

Male drivers gave a good service

Dalila C.

October 13, 2024

ES bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Madrid by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from London to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Madrid start from $65. The average price for this route is around $182. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Madrid?
The average bus travel time from London to Madrid is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the London to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from London to Madrid at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Madrid?
A bus trip from London to Madrid generates an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from London to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11385 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from London to Madrid?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from London to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from London to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-31

$246

02-01

No data

Today

$164

02-03

$156

02-04

$162

02-05

$136

02-06

$135

02-07

$119

The cheapest trip from London to Madrid was searched and found on Feb 7, 2026 with a price of $119

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

You can expect to pay from $119 to $413 for a bus ticket from London to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2026-02-07.