Bus from Lisbon to Madrid: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lisbon to Madrid on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    Lisbon Oriente
    Estación SurCheapest
    Rede ExpressosBus
    Lisbon (Oriente)
    Estación SurFastest
    Rede ExpressosBus
    Lisbon Sete Rios
    Estación SurNo tags
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      Lisbon Oriente
      Estación SurNo tags
      GipsyyBus
      Lisbon (Oriente)
      Estación SurNo tags

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      Compare 2 ways to travel from Lisbon to Madrid

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      31bus per day
      8h 15mAverage duration
      316 milesDistance
      13kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price£10 - £114Average duration8h 15m
      13kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average price£23 - £48Average duration6h 40m
      21kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Lisbon to Madrid

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

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Lisbon to Madrid?

        The cheapest coach tickets from Lisbon to Madrid start from £10. The average price for this route is around £22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Lisbon to Madrid?

        The average bus journey time from Lisbon to Madrid is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 316 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 20m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

      3. Which bus companies service the Lisbon to Madrid route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Gipsyy, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos, Rede Expressos, Union Ivkoni.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lisbon to Madrid?

        The earliest bus departs from Lisbon to Madrid at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lisbon to Madrid?

        A bus journey from Lisbon to Madrid produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

      6. Which is the best bus company from Lisbon to Madrid?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Rede Expressos, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 23981 reviews.

      7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Lisbon to Madrid?

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Rede Expressos has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Lisbon to Madrid?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Rede Expressos, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Lisbon to Madrid?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Rede Expressos, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
      03/12
      £22
      04/12
      £22
      Today
      £37
      06/12
      £16
      07/12
      £16
      08/12
      £28
      09/12
      £15
      10/12
      £11
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lisbon to Madrid was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £11

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

      You can expect to pay from £11 to £96 for a bus ticket from Lisbon to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-12-10.

      Usually Rede Expressos 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.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Lisbon to Madrid?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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