Bus from Barcelona to Madrid: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Madrid on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Sants
Madrid (South)CheapestFastest
FlixbusBus
Sants
Madrid (South)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:26 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Barcelona to Madrid

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just R 400, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day
2h 52mAverage duration
502 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 410 - R 5 266Average duration7h 45m
13kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 400 - R 4 943Average duration2h 52m
12kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 423 - R 2 913Average duration6h 20m
21kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Madrid by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Madrid start at R 410. The average price for this route is around R 850. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Barcelona to Madrid is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 502 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 25m and is operated by ALSA.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Madrid at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

    A bus trip from Barcelona to Madrid produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Madrid?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61149 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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
27/01
R 652
28/01
R 2 492
Today
R 3 378
30/01
R 2 570
31/01
R 2 431
01/02
R 2 728
02/02
R 1 245
03/02
R 899
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Madrid was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 652

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

You can expect to pay from R 652 to R 3 538 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 899, which is on 2026-02-03.

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