How much does a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid cost?

The bus ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid starts at R 1 276. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

The average travel time between Frankfurt am Main and Madrid is around 1d 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1448 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Frankfurt am Main and Madrid?

The number of buses from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

When taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

Buses travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Madrid leave from Frankfurt Airport or Hbf and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Madrid from R 1 178 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	09:05	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
	12:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 2h	14:45	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	12:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 3h	15:10	Estación Sur	No tags
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 12h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 13h	09:05	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
	07:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 1h	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	07:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 2h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 12h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 2h	09:45	Estación Sur	Cheapest
	07:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 1h	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	12:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 3h	15:10	Estación Sur	No tags
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 12h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:55	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 4h	13:30	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Cheapest
	07:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 1h	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	07:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 2h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 12h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 10 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 3h	15:10	Estación Sur	Cheapest
	12:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 2h	14:45	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 12h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
	12:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 2h	14:45	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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 19 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 699, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

19h 20mAverage duration

1447 kmDistance

61kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 276 - R 6 500	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 699 - R 1 699	Average duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 2 526

Average bus trip duration1d 3h

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure00:15

Distance1423 km

Latest bus departure23:05

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FlixBus

3.5/511 201 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 089 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frankfurt am Main to Madrid Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Madrid?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Hbf

C - Südbahnhof

D - Frankfurt Onibus

E - Braubachstraße 41

F - Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Madrid

How much does a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid cost?
The bus ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid starts at R 1 276. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?
The average travel time between Frankfurt am Main and Madrid is around 1d 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1448 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Frankfurt am Main and Madrid?
The number of buses from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?
When taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?
Buses travelling between Frankfurt am Main and Madrid leave from Frankfurt Airport or Hbf and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/11

R 2 450

05/11

R 3 082

Today

R 1 719

07/11

R 2 516

08/11

R 1 866

09/11

R 1 573

10/11

R 1 685

11/11

R 1 263

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 263

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 263 to R 4 287 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 263, which is on 2025-11-11.

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

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Madrid.

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Did you know?

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

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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