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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Oct

Cheapest price on 05 Oct

£140

Average ticket price on 05 Oct

£177

Fastest journey on 05 Oct

1 d 15 h

Average journey duration on 05 Oct

1 d 15 h 45 m

Buses on 05 Oct

29

Distance

1974 km

Cheap tickets

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 £177 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £140.

Fast coaches

To travel from Budapest to Madrid you need to make at least one change.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5542h25
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    £1401One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    22:3041h05
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    15:35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    £1451One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:5544h45
    Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    8:40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    £1581One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    23:2040h15
    Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    15:35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    £1641One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    23:2056h05
    Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca
    7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
    £1641One-way
    3 changes

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Budapest to Madrid

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Buses from Budapest to Madrid run on average 19 times per day, taking around 40h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.

The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1974 km distance in 35h 45m.

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
Flight from £18
Distance
1974 km
Average bus duration
40h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£50
Buses per day
19
Fastest bus
35h 45m
First bus
0:25
Last bus
23:55
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
63 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
Flight from £18

Live departures

Budapest to Madrid bus times

The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Madrid coaches for today, Sunday 4 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus21:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
40h05
13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses1 change
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
41h05
15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
40h30
15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
39h50
14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
40h15
15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
39h35
14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:20 Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca
56h05
7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:20 Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca
56h35
7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:55 Budapest, Mexikói Út M
55h30
7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3 changes
Monday 5 October
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
48h20
7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
45h10
7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
45h15
7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
44h45
7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
44h45
8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M
43h40
8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:30 Budapest, Mexikói Út M
44h10
8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
44h10
8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
43h25
8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
43h50
8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus13:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
43h05
8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus13:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
43h50
8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus14:25 Budapest, Mexikói Út M
48h30
14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus14:25 Budapest, Mexikói Út M
44h05
10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:50 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
42h40
10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
40h50
10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:55 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
41h35
11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus18:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
42h25
13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus19:15 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út)
43h40
14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus19:15 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út)
44h20
15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses3 changes
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus19:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
39h00
10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses1 change

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Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to MadridYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Madrid with FlixBus for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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
35h 45m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£50
FlixBus frequency
22 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.

Complete guide to Madrid

Things to do in Madrid

Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.

  • Must visit

Museo Nacional del Prado

Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.

  • Must visit

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia

Madrid’s leading modern art museum is famed for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí, Miró and 20th-century works.

  • Must visit

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

This refined museum features major works by Titian, Rubens and Caravaggio in a manageable collection inside a grand palace.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or menú del día.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.

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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Budapest to Madrid can start from as little as £50 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Budapest to Madrid is £150; 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 Budapest to Madrid is 35h 45m to travel the 1974 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 Budapest to Madrid leaves at 0:25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Budapest to Madrid leaves at 23:55.
There are 19 coaches a day from Budapest to Madrid which require at least one change with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Budapest to Madrid, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Budapest and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Budapest , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, Budapest, Mexikói Út M, Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út), Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca, Budapest, Thököly út (Budapest-Keleti) . When arriving in Madrid , you can end your route in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3 away from the city centre.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Budapest and Madrid including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Budapest to Madrid:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Budapest to Madrid for coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Budapest to Madrid depends on the coach companies:
  • 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 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 Budapest to Madrid.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Budapest to Madrid:
  • 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 Budapest to Madrid:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Budapest to Madrid. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Budapest to Madrid with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Budapest to Madrid with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Budapest to Madrid with the following coach company: FlixBus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Madrid

Most Budapest to Madrid buses use the Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Budapest
Arrival bus stations in Madrid

Which Budapest station do buses to Madrid leave from?

Buses from Budapest to Madrid leave from Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. The station is 4 km from Budapest city centre at Kelenfold Railway Station, Budapest, Hungary.
Budapest, Kelenföld VasútállomásKelenfold Railway Station, Budapest, HungaryWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre

Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIc, 968, 1818, 1852, Re, 9006, 9056, 9066, 9702, 9704, 9706, 9708, 9792, 9794, 9796, Ir, 19712, 19714, 19716, 19718, 19722, 19724, 19726 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~18 min
Rjx · 13m · £10
Bus139 · 17m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
770 · 19m · £0.90
Tram19 · 23m · £0.90 · every ~9 min
SubwayM4 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~28 min

Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services

Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.

Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-PályaudvarUlloi ut 131, 1091 Budapest, HungaryWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre

Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus914, 950, 914A, 950A · 15m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
N161 · 15m · £0.90
SubwayM3 · 10m · £0.90 · every ~28 min

Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services

Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.

Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
City-centre transport

Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre

BusminiBUD · 30m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
100E · 33m · £6 · every ~18 min
Shuttle32m · £18
1h 8m · £9 · every ~6 min

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