4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Madrid
Cheapest price
£249
Average price
£255
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 25 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1349 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Madrid will cost around £255 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £249.
To travel from Birmingham to Madrid you need to make at least 2 changes.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:4038h40Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2491One-way3 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:5537h00Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway7:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2501One-way3 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:3534h35Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£2511One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:3535h20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway8:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2521One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:5536h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£2741One-way3 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:3534h35Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£2511One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:3535h20Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway8:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2521One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:5536h30Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£2741One-way3 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:5537h00Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway7:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2501One-way3 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:4038h40Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2491One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £443.
Distance: 1349 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£127 Average Price Cheapest | £146 Average Price | £494 Average Price |
29h 20m Average total duration 28h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 21m Average total duration 25h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.3 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 4.0 - 8.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Monday 6 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 37h00 | 5:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 36h30 | 5:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 34h35 | 6:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:35 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 35h20 | 6:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:40 Birmingham, Great Charles Street Queensway | 38h40 | 11:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Madrid
United Kingdom
Spain
Buses from Birmingham to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 28h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1349 km distance in 33h 20m.
Distance 1349 km |
Average bus duration 28h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 33h 20m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Birmingham to MadridYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Madrid with FlixBus for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Madrid
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office- 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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