The cheapest and fastest coaches from Albufeira to Madrid
Cheapest price
£79
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
541 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Albufeira to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albufeira to Madrid will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £79.
To travel from Albufeira to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
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Compare coach and flight for Albufeira to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Albufeira to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £60.
Distance: 541 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£42 Average Price Cheapest | £130 Average Price |
11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Albufeira to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Albufeira to Madrid coaches for today, Monday 23 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade | 12h30 | 05:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:40 Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade | 12h00 | 04:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:20 Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade | 12h50 | 06:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:20 Albufeira, Av. da Liberdade | 12h20 | 05:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 17:45 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h14 | 05:59 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
undefined · undefined | 18:00 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h30 | 06:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
undefined · undefined | 18:00 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h59 | 05:59 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Normal+ 06127 | 01:45 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h17 | 14:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06087 | 01:45 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h03 | 09:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06087 | 01:45 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h03 | 09:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 11:30 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h35 | 22:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 11:30 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h35 | 22:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 14:30 Albufeira, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h35 | 22:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
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Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Rede Expressos, Gipsyy, FlixBus or Socibus to find the best option for your trip from Albufeira to Madrid.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Rede Expressos, Gipsyy, FlixBus or Socibus to find the best option for your trip from Albufeira to Madrid.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Albufeira to Madrid.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albufeira to Madrid
Buses from Albufeira to Madrid run on average 10 times per day, taking around 10h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 541 km distance in 11h 14m.
Distance 541 km |
Average bus duration 10h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 11h 14m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Rede Expressos, Gipsyy, FlixBus, Socibus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Albufeira to MadridYou can travel by bus between Albufeira to Madrid with Alsa, Rede Expressos, Gipsyy, FlixBus, Socibus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Albufeira to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albufeira to Madrid by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Gipsyy
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Gipsyy
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Gipsyy
- One carry-on bag 8kg (40x20x55) and one checked bag 23kg (60x40x100).
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Gipsyy
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Albufeira and Madrid
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and snack bar (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 9, 10, 11 Train: Albufeira-Ferreiras
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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