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Which bus from Barcelona to Madrid is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Barcelona to Madrid. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like ALSA, Iryo or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
from £14
tomorrow
from £32
Monday
from £8
Tuesday
from £26
Wednesday
from £13
Thursday
from £8
Friday
from £32

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    15:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    22:50
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £14
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    16:30
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    00:20
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £14
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    20:55
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    23:40
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £45
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    15:55
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    18:40
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £70
  • FlixBus
    30h 20m
    0
    02:20
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £178

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    7h 35m
    0
    13:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    20:35
    Madrid
    Plaza de Castilla
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • ALSA
    8h 5m
    0
    13:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    21:05
    Madrid
    Mendez Alvaro Train Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    20:55
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    23:40
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £42
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    15:55
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    18:40
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £46
  • FlixBus
    30h 20m
    0
    02:20
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £202
  • Did you know that if you travel from Barcelona to Madrid via Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      1h 34m
      0
      23:01
      Barcelona
      Plaça de Catalunya Bus Stop
      23:26
      Barcelona-El Prat Airport
      Barcelona Airport
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 4m
    • Movelia
      1h 5m
      0
      23:30
      Barcelona-El Prat Airport
      Barcelona Airport - T1
      00:35
      Madrid
      Josefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station
      0
      Movelia
      Economy
      £13
    Travel Time is 1h 11m shorter, and you will save £13

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    14:50
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £8
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    15:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    22:50
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £8
  • Iryo
    2h 30m
    0
    07:05
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    09:35
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £36
  • Iryo
    2h 30m
    0
    07:55
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    10:25
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £41
  • FlixBus
    30h 20m
    0
    02:20
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £158

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    05:45
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:30
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £26
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    12:40
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    15:25
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £32
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    14:50
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • ALSA
    8h 5m
    0
    10:30
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    18:35
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    33h 40m
    0
    23:00
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £144
  • Did you know that if you travel from Barcelona to Madrid via Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      1h 34m
      0
      23:01
      Barcelona
      Plaça de Catalunya Bus Stop
      23:26
      Barcelona-El Prat Airport
      Barcelona Airport
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 4m
    • Movelia
      1h 5m
      0
      23:30
      Barcelona-El Prat Airport
      Barcelona Airport - T1
      00:35
      Madrid
      Josefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station
      0
      Movelia
      Economy
      £13
    Travel Time is 1h 11m shorter, and you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Bus Plana
    1h 20m
    0
    09:00
    Barcelona
    Barcelona, Aeroport Barcelona T2 Coach Station
    10:20
    Madrid
    Josefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station
    0
    Bus Plana
    Economy
    £13
  • Bus Plana
    1h 20m
    0
    11:55
    Barcelona
    Barcelona, Aeroport Barcelona T2 Coach Station
    13:15
    Madrid
    Josefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station
    0
    Bus Plana
    Economy
    £13
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    15:30
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    23:20
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    16:30
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    00:20
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    20:55
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    23:40
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £33

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    14:50
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £8
  • ALSA
    8h 5m
    0
    10:30
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    18:35
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £8
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    20:55
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    23:40
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £39
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    05:45
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:30
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £49
  • FlixBus
    30h 20m
    0
    02:20
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:40
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £148

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • ALSA
    7h 50m
    0
    07:00
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    14:50
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • ALSA
    8h 0m
    0
    09:30
    Barcelona
    Nord Bus Station
    17:30
    Madrid
    Avenida de América Coach Station
    0
    ALSA
    Economy
    £32
  • Iryo
    2h 30m
    0
    07:05
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    09:35
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £42
  • Iryo
    2h 45m
    0
    19:05
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    21:50
    Madrid
    Atocha Station
    0
    Iryo
    Business
    £52
  • FlixBus
    18h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Barcelona
    Sants Coach Station
    08:45
    Madrid
    Sur Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £119
  • Did you know that if you travel from Barcelona to Madrid via Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      1h 34m
      0
      23:01
      Barcelona
      Plaça de Catalunya Bus Stop
      23:26
      Barcelona-El Prat Airport
      Barcelona Airport
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £6
      • Waiting Time 0h 4m
    • Movelia
      1h 5m
      0
      23:30
      Barcelona-El Prat Airport
      Barcelona Airport - T1
      00:35
      Madrid
      Josefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station
      0
      Movelia
      Economy
      £13
    Travel Time is 0h 56m shorter, and you will save £13

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Barcelona and Madrid?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Barcelona to Madrid. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 62 daily coaches from Barcelona to Madrid. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 26 daily coaches between Barcelona and Madrid.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 118 coaches from Barcelona to Madrid, while Night sees the fewest connections between Barcelona and Madrid, with 18 offers.

All facts for Barcelona to Madrid bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like ALSA, Iryo and FlixBus that travel daily 45 times by bus from Barcelona to Madrid in one click. Book your Barcelona to Madrid bus ticket starting from £8!

Cheapest Bus £8
Fastest Bus 1h 20m
Earliest Coach 01:00
Latest Coach 23:59
Daily Bus Connections 45 Ø
Distance 505.4 km
Coach Companies ALSA, Iryo, FlixBus and Bus Plana

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Barcelona to Madrid?

Every day, 45 buses from 4 coach companies leave Barcelona for Madrid. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 21/12/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/12
Tuesday 17/12
Wednesday 18/12
Thursday 19/12
Friday 20/12
Saturday 21/12
£32
Sunday 22/12
£35
Monday 23/12
£35
Tuesday 24/12
£35
Wednesday 25/12
£35
Thursday 26/12
£35
Friday 27/12
£35
Saturday 28/12
£32
Sunday 29/12
£35
Monday 30/12
£37
Tuesday 31/12
£35
Wednesday 01/01
£32
Thursday 02/01
£12
Friday 03/01
£35
Saturday 04/01
£35
Sunday 05/01
£35
Monday 06/01
£12
Tuesday 07/01
£104
Wednesday 08/01
£35
Thursday 09/01
£7
Friday 10/01
£35
Saturday 11/01
£4
Sunday 12/01

The cheapest time to travel from Barcelona to Madrid

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Barcelona to Madrid, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £8, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Barcelona to Madrid. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £32.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Barcelona to Madrid, with £8. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

How to save money travelling from Barcelona to Madrid

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Barcelona to Madrid in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Barcelona to Madrid, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Barcelona to Madrid are also emptier.

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What are the most popular bus companies from Barcelona to Madrid?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Barcelona to Madrid timetable.

ALSA from Barcelona to Madrid

ALSA

Here you will find the key facts about the ALSA bus route Barcelona to Madrid:

Cheapest Price £8
Fastest Coach 7h 20m
Earliest Coach 01:00
Last Coach 23:59
Daily Connections 31 Ø
Found on 21/12/2024

Iryo from Barcelona to Madrid

Iryo

Here you will find the key facts about the Iryo bus route Barcelona to Madrid:

Cheapest Price £26
Fastest Coach 2h 30m
Earliest Coach 07:55
Last Coach 20:55
Daily Connections 11 Ø
Found on 27/11/2024
In total 4 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Barcelona and Madrid

Here is a map with all coach stations in Barcelona and Madrid. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Barcelona to Madrid? Compare all modes of transports from Barcelona to Madrid.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Barcelona to Madrid

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Barcelona to Madrid. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Barcelona to Madrid bus

How much does a Barcelona Madrid coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Barcelona Madrid bus trip is available from £8 and takes 7h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Barcelona to Madrid?

This connection is offered by 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £8 to £241. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Madrid.

How many connections are available for the Barcelona Madrid route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Barcelona to Madrid is offered by roughly 45 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Madrid from Barcelona take?

The quickest coach from Barcelona to Madrid is provided by Bus Plana and takes 1h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £13. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Barcelona to Madrid?

The earliest bus to Madrid departs from Barcelona at 01:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Barcelona to Madrid?

The latest bus to Madrid departs from Barcelona at 23:59. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Barcelona Madrid route?

Passengers looking to travel from Barcelona to Madrid can travel with ALSA, Iryo and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Madrid?

You can check all the direct connections between Barcelona and Madrid by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: ALSA, Iryo and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Madrid from Barcelona?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Barcelona Madrid bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Barcelona Madrid bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Barcelona to Madrid on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Barcelona to Madrid

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

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