Compare all timetables for the bus from Madrid to Barcelona
Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madrid to Barcelona from various bus operators like ALSA, Iryo or FlixBus for the next days.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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ALSA7h 50m014:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station21:50BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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ALSA7h 50m016:30MadridAvenida de América Coach Station00:20BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Iryo2h 45m020:25MadridAtocha Station23:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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Iryo2h 30m016:40MadridAtocha Station19:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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FlixBus29h 20m020:50MadridSur Bus Station02:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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ALSA7h 50m001:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station08:50BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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ALSA8h 5m008:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station16:05BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Iryo2h 45m008:25MadridAtocha Station11:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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Iryo2h 45m011:25MadridAtocha Station14:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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FlixBus29h 20m020:50MadridSur Bus Station02:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Barcelona via Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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Movelia1h 50m017:10MadridJosefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station18:15Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport - T10Economy
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Distribusion0h 35m018:25Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport - T119:00BarcelonaPlaça de Catalunya Bus Stop0Economy
Waiting Time 0h 10mTravel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £11 -
Cheapest bus trips Monday
Prices are for one way and one person
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ALSA7h 50m016:30MadridAvenida de América Coach Station00:20BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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ALSA8h 5m016:30MadridAvenida de América Coach Station00:35BarcelonaNord Bus Station0Economy
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Iryo2h 30m007:25MadridAtocha Station09:55BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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Iryo2h 45m020:25MadridAtocha Station23:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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FlixBus26h 20m020:50MadridSur Bus Station23:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Iryo2h 30m006:40MadridAtocha Station09:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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Iryo2h 45m019:25MadridAtocha Station22:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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ALSA7h 50m001:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station08:50BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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ALSA8h 5m008:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station16:05BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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FlixBus29h 20m020:50MadridSur Bus Station02:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Iryo2h 45m017:25MadridAtocha Station20:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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ALSA7h 50m015:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station22:50BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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ALSA7h 50m016:30MadridAvenida de América Coach Station00:20BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Iryo2h 45m019:25MadridAtocha Station22:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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FlixBus26h 20m020:50MadridSur Bus Station23:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Barcelona via Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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Movelia1h 50m017:10MadridJosefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station18:15Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport - T10Economy
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Distribusion0h 35m018:25Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport - T119:00BarcelonaPlaça de Catalunya Bus Stop0Economy
Waiting Time 0h 10mTravel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save £10 -
Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Prices are for one way and one person
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ALSA8h 5m008:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station16:05BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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ALSA7h 50m014:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station21:50BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Iryo2h 30m007:25MadridAtocha Station09:55BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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Iryo2h 45m019:25MadridAtocha Station22:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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FlixBus26h 20m020:50MadridSur Bus Station23:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Friday
Prices are for one way and one person
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ALSA7h 50m001:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station08:50BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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ALSA8h 5m008:00MadridAvenida de América Coach Station16:05BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Iryo2h 30m007:25MadridAtocha Station09:55BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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Iryo2h 30m008:35MadridAtocha Station11:05BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Business
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FlixBus31h 25m015:45MadridSur Bus Station23:10BarcelonaSants Coach Station0Economy
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Did you know that if you travel from Madrid to Barcelona via Barcelona-El Prat Airport, you can save more than £11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
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Movelia1h 50m017:10MadridJosefa Valcárcel - Juan Rizi Coach Station18:15Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport - T10Economy
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Distribusion0h 35m018:25Barcelona-El Prat AirportBarcelona Airport - T119:00BarcelonaPlaça de Catalunya Bus Stop0Economy
Waiting Time 0h 10mTravel Time is 0h 40m shorter, and you will save £11 -
Frequency of bus connections between Madrid and Barcelona
Sunday
is the busiest day, with more than 113 daily coaches from Madrid to Barcelona. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 25 daily coaches between Madrid and Barcelona.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 170 coaches from Madrid to Barcelona, while Night sees the fewest connections between Madrid and Barcelona, with 44 offers.
Facts about coaches from Madrid to Barcelona
Compare all providers like ALSA, Iryo and FlixBus that travel 69 times every day by bus from Madrid to Barcelona in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madrid to Barcelona starting from £5!
| Cheapest Bus | £5 |
| Fastest Bus | 2h 30m |
| Earliest Coach | 01:00 |
| Latest Coach | 23:59 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 69 Ø |
| Distance | 505.4 km |
| Coach Companies | ALSA, Iryo and FlixBus |
Cheapest coach connections from Madrid to Barcelona
Every day, 69 buses from 3 coach companies leave Madrid for Barcelona: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 21/12/2024 and for the following days.
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
£35
Sunday
22/12
£35
Monday
23/12
£35
Tuesday
24/12
£35
Wednesday
25/12
£35
Thursday
26/12
£16
Friday
27/12
£35
Saturday
28/12
£35
Sunday
29/12
£116
Monday
30/12
£36
Tuesday
31/12
£35
Wednesday
01/01
£35
Thursday
02/01
£35
Friday
03/01
£35
Saturday
04/01
£35
Sunday
05/01
£35
Monday
06/01
£7
Tuesday
07/01
£35
Wednesday
08/01
£35
Thursday
09/01
£63
Friday
10/01
£35
Saturday
11/01
£35
Sunday
12/01
The cheapest time to travel from Madrid to Barcelona
With a price starting from £5, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Madrid to Barcelona. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £32.
Afternoon
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Madrid to Barcelona, with £5. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.
How to save money travelling from Madrid to Barcelona
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:
Book the ticket from Madrid to Barcelona in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Madrid to Barcelona, 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 Madrid to Barcelona are also emptier.Beloved bus companies from Madrid to Barcelona
These are the most booked bus companies between Madrid to Barcelona from our users.
ALSA from Madrid to Barcelona
Here you will find the key facts about the ALSA bus route Madrid to Barcelona:
| Cheapest Price | £5 |
| Fastest Coach | 7h 20m |
| Earliest Coach | 01:00 |
| Last Coach | 23:59 |
| Daily Connections | 55 Ø |
| Found on | 21/12/2024 |
Iryo from Madrid to Barcelona
Here you will find the key facts about the Iryo bus route Madrid to Barcelona:
| Cheapest Price | £22 |
| Fastest Coach | 2h 30m |
| Earliest Coach | 08:25 |
| Last Coach | 20:25 |
| Daily Connections | 12 Ø |
| Found on | 26/11/2024 |
All bus stations and stops in Madrid and Barcelona
The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Madrid and Barcelona.
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Service and Comfort on the bus from Madrid to Barcelona
Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Madrid to Barcelona? Or which bus companies serve the route Madrid to Barcelona? Below you will find answers to your questions.
FAQs about the Madrid to Barcelona bus
How much does a Madrid - Barcelona coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Madrid - Barcelona bus trip is available from £5 and takes 7h 50m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Madrid to Barcelona?
The connection Madrid to Barcelona is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £5 to £150. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.
How many connections are available for the Madrid - Barcelona route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Madrid to Barcelona is offered by roughly 69 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Barcelona from Madrid take?
The quickest coach from Madrid to Barcelona is provided by Iryo and takes 2h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £50. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Madrid to Barcelona?
The earliest bus to Barcelona departs from Madrid 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 Madrid to Barcelona?
The latest bus to Barcelona departs from Madrid 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 Madrid - Barcelona route?
Passengers looking to travel from Madrid to Barcelona 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 Madrid and Barcelona?
You can check all the direct connections between Madrid and Barcelona 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 Barcelona from Madrid?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Madrid Barcelona 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 Madrid Barcelona 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 Madrid to Barcelona on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madrid to Barcelona
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Business
Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.
More bus routes to Madrid and to Barcelona
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Madrid and to Barcelona. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!
- Bus Routes to Madrid
- Bordeaux to Madrid coach
- Buses Cádiz to Madrid
- Bus from Ciudad Real to Madrid
- Coach to Madrid from Cullera
- Bus to Madrid from Ferrol
- Coach Gijón to Madrid
- Jerez de la Frontera to Madrid bus
- Coach to Madrid from Lugo
- Bus Molina de Aragón to Madrid
- Coaches Oropesa del Mar to Madrid
- Bus from Oviedo to Madrid
- Coach to Madrid from Pontevedra
- Buses Revenga to Madrid
- Roquetas de Mar to Madrid coach
- Segovia to Madrid bus
- Coach from Toledo (ES) to Madrid
- Bus from Torremolinos to Madrid
- Bus from Tudela to Madrid
- Coach to Madrid from Valencia
- Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid bus
- Bus Routes to Barcelona
- A Coruña to Barcelona coach
- Coach from Alicante to Barcelona
- Badajoz to Barcelona coach
- Benidorm to Barcelona coach
- Béziers to Barcelona coach
- Birmingham to Barcelona coach
- Coaches Blanes to Barcelona
- Coach from Cadaqués to Barcelona
- Bus from Caen to Barcelona
- Coaches Calella to Barcelona
- Cambrils to Barcelona bus
- Bus from Genoa to Barcelona
- Huelva to Barcelona coach
- Coaches Jaén to Barcelona
- Malaga to Barcelona bus
- Munich to Barcelona bus
- Coach Seville to Barcelona
- Buses Tarragona to Barcelona
- Buses Valencia to Barcelona
- Coach Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona
Popular Airport Transfers to Madrid and to Barcelona
