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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Rotterdam Centraal Station | Estación Sur | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:34 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Rotterdam to Madrid
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 462, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 1 462 - R 4 930 | Average duration1d 4h | 36kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 2 927 - R 2 927 | Average duration18h 20m | 60kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Rotterdam and Madrid?
Stops in Rotterdam
- A
Busstation Rotterdam Centraal
Conradstraat 9, 3013 AN Stadscentrum, Netherlands - B
Rotterdam Bushaltestelle
Conradstraat 52, 3013 AR Stadscentrum - C
Weena - Rotterdam
Karel Doormanstraat 8, 3012 GJ Rotterdam, Netherlands - D
Willemsplein 0 - Rotterdam
Willemsplein 1-14, 3016 DR Rotterdam, Netherlands - E
Rosestraat 1101
Rosestraat 1101, 3071 AL Rotterdam, Netherlands - F
Weena
Weena 679, 3013 AM Rotterdam, Netherlands
Stops in Madrid
- AMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- CAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
- E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rotterdam to Madrid by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Madrid cost?
The bus ticket price from Rotterdam to Madrid starts at R 1 462. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rotterdam to Madrid 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 Rotterdam to Madrid?
The average travel time between Rotterdam and Madrid is around 1d 4h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d . This is the time it takes to travel the 1426 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rotterdam and Madrid?
The number of buses from Rotterdam to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rotterdam to Madrid by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rotterdam to Madrid?
When taking the bus from Rotterdam to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rotterdam to Madrid?
Buses travelling between Rotterdam and Madrid leave from Busstation Rotterdam Centraal or Rotterdam Bushaltestelle and arrive at Estación Sur, Madrid-Barajas Airport, Avenida de América Metro.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Rotterdam to Madrid was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 596To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rotterdam to Madrid as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 596 to R 3 239 for a bus ticket from Rotterdam to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 596, which is on 2025-11-28.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rotterdam to Madrid?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
