Bus from Barcelona to Madrid: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
    		Avenida de AméricaCheapest
    ALSABus
      		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
      		Avenida de AméricaFastest
      ALSABus
        		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
        		Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4No tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Sants
        		Madrid (South)No tags
        ALSABus
          		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
          		Avenida de AméricaNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to go 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 $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          31train per day
          2h 52mAverage Duration
          502 kmDistance
          12kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$75 - $324Average Duration7h 40m
          12kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average Price$56 - $400Average Duration2h 52m
          12kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$39 - $115Average Duration6h 20m
          21kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Madrid by bus

          Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $75. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

            The average bus travel time from Barcelona to Madrid is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 496 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by ALSA.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Barcelona to Madrid?

            The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Madrid at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

            A bus trip from Barcelona to Madrid generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          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 60868 reviews.

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

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

          8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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
          12-08
          $309
          12-09
          $67
          Today
          $51
          12-11
          $46
          12-12
          $43
          12-13
          $43
          12-14
          $43
          12-15
          $43
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $43

          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 $43 to $309 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 $43 which is on 2025-12-12.

          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.

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