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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Sept
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£37
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
7 h 27 m
Buses on 06 Sept
19
Distance
502 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Fast coaches
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 19 buses from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, including 18 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 502 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 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.
Normal1:007h50Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:50Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£371One-way0 changes- Normal10:307h40Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord18:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£371One-way0 changes
- Normal7:007h50Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord14:50Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£371One-way0 changes
- Normal7:007h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord14:35Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£371One-way0 changes
- Normal10:308h05Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord18:35Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£371One-way0 changes
- Normal19:307h20Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord2:50Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£371One-way0 changes
- Normal14:007h20Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord21:20Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£371One-way0 changes
- Normal23:307h25Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord6:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£371One-way0 changes
- Normal7:007h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord14:35Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£371One-way0 changes
- Normal19:307h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord3:05Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£371One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, while a flight costs an average of £89.
Distance: 502 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £42 Average Price | £89 Average Price | £92 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is a coach with an average price of £31.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:
A coach is £11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average £42.
A coach is £58 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average £89.
The fastest way to travel from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.
Other travel options to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Coach takes on average 6h 55m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona Sants and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £92 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £61. The journey takes 6h 55m versus 6h 14m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes coaches for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 14:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 7:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 14:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h00 | 17:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 17:05 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h20 | 16:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h05 | 18:35 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h40 | 18:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h30 | 19:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h45 | 19:15 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h20 | 20:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 20:35 Madrid, Intercambiador de Plaza de Castilla | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h05 | 21:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:35 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 18h05 | 8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Normal | 15:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 22:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 22:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 0:20 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 5:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 5:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h25 | 6:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h55 | 7:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h50 | 8:50 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 1:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h35 | 8:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes coaches with Omio?
Alsa as well as FlixBus offer coaches services from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Buses from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 22 times per day, taking around 6h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £15 by train.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 21:59. The fastest coach covers the 502 km distance in 7h 30m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Distance 502 km |
Average bus duration 6h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 5:00 |
Last bus 21:59 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £15
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesYou can travel by bus between Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
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 30m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£16
Alsa frequency
19 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.
What's included in each class
Compare Alsa classes and the amenities included in each one.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
18h 5m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£124
FlixBus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 7h 30m to travel the 502 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes leaves at 5:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes leaves at 21:59.
Yes, there are 21 direct coaches a day from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Barcelona Sants and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Barcelona Sants is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona Sants and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes for coach company Alsa, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa, FlixBus.
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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes with the following coach company: Alsa, FlixBus.
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