How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Madrid?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Madrid start from $163. The average price for this route is around $311. 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 Rome to Madrid?

The average bus travel time from Rome to Madrid is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1356 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Rome to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Rome to Madrid at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Rome to Madrid generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Rome to Madrid from $195 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rome to Madrid on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 11h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 10h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	2d 9h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	9:55pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 10h	8:40am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:35pm	Rome Anagnina	1d 10h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Madrid on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 11h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 9h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	1d 22h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 21h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	2d 9h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Madrid on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 11h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 8h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	1d 22h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 21h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	2d 9h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Madrid on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:10am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	2d 6h	6:55am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	1:40am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 8h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	1d 22h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 21h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	2d 9h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Madrid on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45am	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 21h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
Bus	1:30am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 9h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	1d 22h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	7:35pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 13h	8:40am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 10h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Madrid on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:30pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 19h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	1:05am	Rome Fiumicino Airport	1d 9h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	3:30pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	2d 16h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	12:10am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 10h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 10h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures for Rome to Madrid on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	1d 11h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	12:10am	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 10h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	Fastest
Bus	11:10pm	Aeroporto Ciampino Airport (CIA)	2d 9h	8:20am	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Bus	11:50pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	1d 10h	10:30am	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	5:25pm	Rome Anagnina	1d 15h	8:40am	Madrid (South)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:40 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rome 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 20 hours, and with fares starting at just $222, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20hAverage Duration

1364 kmDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$163 - $659	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$222 - $222	Average Duration20h	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Madrid?

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Ciampino Airport
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B
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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C
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

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
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,520 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11520 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $163

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome 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 Rome to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Madrid start from $163. The average price for this route is around $311. 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 Rome to Madrid?
The average bus travel time from Rome to Madrid is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1356 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rome to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Madrid at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Madrid?
A bus trip from Rome to Madrid generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-02

$387

12-03

$245

Today

$249

12-05

$301

12-06

$269

12-07

$323

12-08

$296

12-09

$269

The cheapest trip from Rome to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $245

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

You can expect to pay from $245 to $563 for a bus ticket from Rome to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $269 which is on 2025-12-06.