Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 21 Oct

Cheapest price on 21 Oct

£22

Average ticket price on 21 Oct

£30

Fastest journey on 21 Oct

7 h 20 m

Average journey duration on 21 Oct

7 h 26 m

Buses on 21 Oct

24

Distance

490 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

On Wed 21 Oct, we found 24 buses from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport, including 24 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 490 km distance in an average of 7 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • AlsaNormal
    16:307h50
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    0:20Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    13:008h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    21:05Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    15:007h50
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    22:50Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    10:308h05
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    18:35Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
    £221One-way
    0 changes
  • AlsaNormal
    11:307h45
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    19:15Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport

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Buses from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 20 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 20 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 21:59. The fastest coach covers the 490 km distance in 7h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
490 km
Average bus duration
7h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£14
Buses per day
20
Direct buses
20
Fastest bus
7h 5m
First bus
5:00
Last bus
21:59
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Frequently asked questions about your Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport.

Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport leaves at 5:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport leaves at 21:59.
Yes, there are 20 direct coaches a day from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport bus times

The table below shows live departures for Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport coaches for today, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
AlsaNormal21:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h50
4:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal21:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h35
4:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal22:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h50
5:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal22:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h35
5:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal23:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h50
6:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal23:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h35
6:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal23:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h25
6:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses0 changesdirect
Wednesday 21 October
AlsaNormal7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h35
14:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h50
14:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal9:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h20
16:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal9:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
8h00
17:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal9:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h35
17:05 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal10:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
8h05
18:35 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal10:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h40
18:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal11:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h30
19:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal11:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h45
19:15 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal13:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
8h05
21:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal13:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h20
20:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal13:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h35
20:35 Madrid, Intercambiador de Plaza de Castilla0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal15:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h50
22:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal15:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h35
22:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)0 changesdirect
AlsaNormal16:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
7h50
0:20 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport coaches with Omio?

Alsa operates all coaches services from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport.
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Bus providers: Alsa from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas AirportYou can travel by bus between Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
7h 5m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£14
Alsa frequency
20 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Barcelona Sants and Madrid Barajas Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Madrid Barajas Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barcelona Sants and Madrid Barajas Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with the following coach company: Alsa.

FAQs: Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport is 7h 5m to travel the 490 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport leaves at 5:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport leaves at 21:59.
Yes, there are 20 direct coaches a day from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Madrid Barajas Airport. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barcelona Sants and Madrid Barajas Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona Sants and Madrid Barajas Airport including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport with the following coach company: Alsa.

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