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

The bus ticket price from Madrid to Setúbal starts at R 318. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Setúbal is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Setúbal?

The average travel time between Madrid and Setúbal is around 7h 29m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 493 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and Setúbal?

The number of buses from Madrid to Setúbal can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to Setúbal by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Madrid to Setúbal?

When taking the bus from Madrid to Setúbal, you can travel comfortably and safely with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, ALSA.

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

Buses travelling between Madrid and Setúbal leave from Estación Sur or Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Setúbal, Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral, Setúbal (Terminal Rodoviário).

Bus Madrid to Setúbal from R 251 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Setúbal on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:55	Estación Sur	6h 45m	06:40	Setubal	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:15	Estación Sur	7h 29m	22:44	Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral	No tags
Bus	08:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	03:45	Estação Setúbal	No tags
Bus	00:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	7h 25m	06:40	Setubal	No tags
Bus	16:15	Estación Sur	7h 29m	22:44	Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Setúbal on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:55	Estación Sur	6h 45m	06:40	Setubal	CheapestFastest
Bus	08:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	03:45	Estação Setúbal	No tags
Bus	00:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	7h 25m	06:40	Setubal	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Setúbal on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Estación Sur	7h 29m	22:44	Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Estación Sur	7h 29m	22:44	Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	03:45	Estação Setúbal	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Setúbal on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Estación Sur	7h 29m	22:44	Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral	Cheapest
Bus	16:15	Estación Sur	7h 29m	22:44	Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral	Fastest
Bus	08:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 20m	03:45	Estação Setúbal	No tags
Bus	09:25	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	20h 30m	04:55	Estação Setúbal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:40 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Madrid to Setúbal

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Setúbal. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 536, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

6h 10mAverage duration

493 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 318 - R 2 108	Average duration7h 29m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 536 - R 1 201	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 126 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 325 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

ALSA

4.5/560 759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

PT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Setúbal?

Stops in Madrid

A - Estación Sur

B - Madrid-Barajas Airport

C - Avenida de América Metro

D - Moncloa

E - Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla

F - Ronda de Valencia 6

Stops in Setúbal

A - Setúbal

B - Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral

C - Setúbal (Terminal Rodoviário)

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Setúbal by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Madrid to Setúbal cost?
The bus ticket price from Madrid to Setúbal starts at R 318. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Setúbal is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Setúbal?
The average travel time between Madrid and Setúbal is around 7h 29m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 493 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Madrid and Setúbal?
The number of buses from Madrid to Setúbal can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Madrid to Setúbal by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Madrid to Setúbal?
When taking the bus from Madrid to Setúbal, you can travel comfortably and safely with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, ALSA.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Madrid to Setúbal?
Buses travelling between Madrid and Setúbal leave from Estación Sur or Madrid-Barajas Airport and arrive at Setúbal, Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral, Setúbal (Terminal Rodoviário).

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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R 746

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R 958

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R 251

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R 292

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R 541

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The cheapest trip from Madrid to Setúbal was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of R 251

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

You can expect to pay from R 251 to R 1 439 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Setúbal based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 251, which is on 2025-11-16.

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.