The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Madrid
Cheapest price
£193
Average price
£269
Fastest journey
1 d 15 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 17 h 15 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
1974 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Madrid will cost around £269 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £193.
To travel from Budapest to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.0 - 4.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £413.
Distance: 1974 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£195 Average Price | £180 Average Price Cheapest | £413 Average Price |
38h 55m Average total duration 38h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 57h 20m Average total duration 56h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.0 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.9 - 11.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Madrid coaches for today, Thursday 20 November. 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 · FlixBus | 06:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 49h00 | 07:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:15 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 45h25 | 07:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 45h10 | 08:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 44h10 | 07:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 43h50 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 44h15 | 08:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:55 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 45h35 | 09:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 42h55 | 07:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 42h35 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:35 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 40h45 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 39h30 | 09:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 56h55 | 05:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 40h05 | 12:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 58h05 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 57h50 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 57h05 | 07:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 56h45 | 07:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Madrid
Buses from Budapest to Madrid run on average 17 times per day, taking around 38h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £116 but you can travel from only £42 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1974 km distance in 39h 30m.
Distance 1974 km |
Average bus duration 38h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Buses per day 17 |
Fastest bus 39h 30m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to MadridYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Madrid with FlixBus for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Madrid
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
- 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
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