How do I get from Madrid to Porto without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Porto without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Madrid to Porto?

Traveling from Madrid to Porto takes about 8h 40m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 6h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 262 miles (422 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Madrid from Porto?

The distance separating Madrid and Porto is 262 miles (422 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Porto?

Most of the buses traveling from Madrid to Porto leave from Estación Sur and arrive at Porto Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Porto?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. $11 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Porto from Madrid.

How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Porto cost?

You can expect to pay around $58 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $11 and $159, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in Porto?

Once in Porto, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Soares dos Reis National Museum, Church of Santa Clara, Dom Luis I Bridge, Sao Francisco Church and Stock Exchange Palace.

Madrid to Porto Bus Tickets

TodayMay 31

from $26

TomorrowJun 1

from $31

MonJun 2

from $20

TueJun 3

from $14

WedJun 4

from $13

ThuJun 5

from $19

FriJun 6

from $18

SatJun 7

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 1 at 10:00am
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Estación Sur
Arrival time: June 1 at 4:54pm
Destination city: Porto
Destination location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã- R. de Bonjóia, 4300-084 Porto
Operated by: Gipsyy
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 54m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 1 at 11:45pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Estación Sur
Arrival time: June 2 at 6:14am
Destination city: Porto
Destination location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã- R. de Bonjóia, 4300-084 Porto
Operated by: Gipsyy
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 29m
Departure time: June 1 at 12:55am
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Estación Sur
Arrival time: June 1 at 1:20pm
Destination city: Porto
Destination location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã- R. de Bonjóia, 4300-084 Porto
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 25m
Departure time: June 1 at 11:45pm
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Estación Sur
Arrival time: June 2 at 6:14am
Destination city: Porto
Destination location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã- R. de Bonjóia, 4300-084 Porto
Operated by: Gipsyy
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 29m
Departure time: June 1 at 6:15am
Departure city: Madrid
Departure location: Estación Sur
Arrival time: June 1 at 3:00pm
Destination city: Porto
Destination location: TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã- R. de Bonjóia, 4300-084 Porto
Operated by: ALSA
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 45m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Porto.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $159	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$24 - $75	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Madrid to Porto

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Porto. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 20mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest ticket

18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Madrid to Porto: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$58

Average bus trip duration8h 40m

Number of daily buses21

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance270 miles (435 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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ALSA

4.5/559,345 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

Customers appreciate the professionally provided service with comfy seats, clean windows, good wifi, and on-time arrivals. They also enjoyed the opportunity to see the scenery and stop for free toilets. Overall positive feedback with no negative comments mentioned in the reviews.

ALSA INTERNACIONAL Madrid Porto recent customer reviews

Loved the comfy seats, the bus wasn’t full, windows were clean and open so we could see the scenery, wifi was very good, got to stop for free toilets which was great! On time too

Lakita T.

May 8, 2024

I was unable to communicate because I don’t speak Spanish. Your company should accommodate people that speak different languages. ( I’m a English speaker)

Anthony R.

July 26, 2022

Boarded one bus on time and several passengers including my wife and i were told we were on wrong bus.Apparently a second bus was put on the same route because of the large number of passengers. So we got off and claimed our luggage and went on the second bus. Both busses were about 30 min late because of the confusion.The staff were very friendly and helpful for the entire trip. Enjoyed the ride.

James K.

April 28, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/58,832 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Madrid Porto recent customer reviews

Everything was fine, the only thing was we had to change the bus on the border and nobody understood why because the drivers only spoke Portuguese, but it was fine after all.

Carolin S.

August 25, 2024

Gipsyy

4/5342 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.2

Customers have praised the comfortable seats and overall value of the service, despite some minor delays. The staff was described as kind and helpful. However, there were mentions of arriving slightly later than expected on night rides.

Gipsyy Madrid Porto recent customer reviews

Extremely good value. Very comfortable. Kind helpful personell. (I really hope the Madrid Airport bus terminal gets a proper address and name to help locate it..but that's not Gipssy's fault!)

Mine K.

October 1, 2023

Seats where so comfortable, not many people maybe since it was a night ride ,arrived a little later than i expected but i didn’t mind. Overall great

Evanthia A.

September 10, 2023

The whole service

Manuel S.

December 31, 2023

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,277 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE

3.5/562 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Inters Portugal - Rede Nacional De Expressos, Lda.

4/540 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.4

PT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Sindbad, Grupo Samar, Infobus

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Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Porto?

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid-Barajas Airport

B - Estación Sur

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Príncipe Pío

F - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

Stops in Porto

A - Porto Airport

B - TIC - Terminal Intermodal Campanhã

C - Casa da Música

D - Praça do Infante D. Henrique

E - Campo 24 de Agosto

F - Praça da Galiza, 96

Frequently asked questions for your trip Madrid - Porto

How do I get from Madrid to Porto without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Madrid to Porto?
How far is Madrid from Porto?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Porto?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Porto?
How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Porto cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Porto?

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

Best price found

05/29

$70

05/30

$47

Today

$24

06/01

$28

06/02

$18

06/03

$12

06/04

$11

06/05

$17

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Porto was searched and found on Jun 4, 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 Madrid to Porto, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $135 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Porto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-06-04.

Usually ALSA INTERNACIONAL, ALSA 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Madrid to Porto.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Madrid to Porto will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Madrid to Porto, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Madrid - Porto

How do I get from Madrid to Porto without flying?

How long is the bus trip from Madrid to Porto?

How far is Madrid from Porto?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Porto?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Porto?

How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Porto cost?

What are the best sights and things to do in Porto?

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