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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Castelo Branco to Madrid
Showing times and prices for 21 Dec
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 8 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
329 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Castelo Branco to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelo Branco to Madrid will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Fast coaches
Of the 10 buses that leave Castelo Branco for Madrid every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 329 km distance in an average of 7 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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.
06:305h20
Castelo Branco11:50Madrid
£181One-way
0 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus18:5011h20
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário07:10Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
£331One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:257h50
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário19:15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
£331One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus18:5011h55
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário07:45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
£331One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus17:2511h15
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário05:40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
£341One-way
1 change
06:305h20
Castelo Branco11:50Madrid
£181One-way
0 changes
3274+
Normal09:456h55
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário17:40Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
£551One-way
1 change
3274+Normal09:457h15
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário18:00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
£551One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:257h50
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário19:15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
£331One-way
1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus10:258h20
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário19:45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
£341One-way
1 change
Live departures
Castelo Branco to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at 05:09
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Normal · Normal | 07:00 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 14h15 | 21:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h50 | 18:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h20 | 18:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 12:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 10h10 | 22:40 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 12:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h55 | 21:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 12:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h35 | 21:05 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h30 | 21:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h15 | 21:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 12:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 16h00 | 04:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h45 | 05:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h15 | 04:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h55 | 06:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h20 | 06:10 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Castelo Branco to Madrid
Portugal
Spain
Buses from Castelo Branco to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 329 km distance in 7h 50m.
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 329 km |
Average bus duration 6h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Castelo Branco to MadridYou can travel by bus between Castelo Branco to Madrid with FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £20. 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 Duration
7h 50m
Cheapest Price
£23
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.
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 Duration
11h 30m
Cheapest Price
£20
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.
BlaBlaCar Bus
About
BlaBlaCar Bus (formerly known as Ouibus or iDBUS) is a long-distance coach company operating in 10 European countries and connecting over 300 destinations. A subsidiary of the French carpooling company BlaBlaCar, it offers comfortable travel with standard amenities such as air conditioning, toilets, USB and power outlets for charging devices, extra legroom, and adjustable seats. Free Wi-Fi is available on select routes. BlaBlaCar Bus offers only a Standard ticket type, which allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and up to two checked bags per person.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating options.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fees may apply.
Rede Expressos
About
Rede Expressos is a leading bus company in Portugal, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to passengers including buses #[+journey]. It operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to double-deckers, all equipped with air conditioning, reclining seats, and free Wi-Fi. The company offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and multi-trip tickets. It also offers discounts for students, seniors, and children. Rede Expressos operates services to and from major cities and towns in Portugal, including Lisbon, Porto, Faro, and Coimbra. It also offers international routes to Spain, France, and Germany. The company operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with departures every hour. It is one of the most popular bus companies in Portugal, offering convenient and affordable transportation services to passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 49m
Cheapest Price
£31
Rede Expressos frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
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
2 a day
FAQs: Castelo Branco to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Castelo Branco to Madrid can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Castelo Branco to Madrid is £48; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Castelo Branco to Madrid is on average 7 h 50 min for the 204 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Castelo Branco and Madrid by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid leaves at 00: 05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid leaves at 23: 55.
There are 7 coaches a day from Castelo Branco to Madrid which require at least one change with FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar or BlaBlaCar Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the best Castelo Branco to Madrid coach to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar or BlaBlaCar Bus. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services to Madrid from Castelo Branco to compare what amenities they may offer.
When departing from Castelo Branco, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário and Castelo Branco, Rua Rodrigo Rebelo / Rua do Saibreiro. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in coach stations like Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América and Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário, which is located around 0.4 miles (602 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid is December.
Yes, you can take a coach between Castelo Branco and Madrid.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid for coach companies FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos and BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach companies FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos and BlaBlaCar Bus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Castelo Branco 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.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Castelo Branco to Madrid, follow these tips:
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Castelo Branco to Madrid:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Castelo Branco to Madrid:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid with the following coach companies: FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos and BlaBlaCar Bus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid with the following coach companies: FlixBus, Alsa and BlaBlaCar Bus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Castelo Branco to Madrid with the following coach companies: FlixBus, Alsa, Rede Expressos and BlaBlaCar Bus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castelo Branco and Madrid
Castelo Branco
Madrid
The major coach station for departures in Castelo Branco is Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário for your trip from Castelo Branco to Madrid.
Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário
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Castelo Branco, Rua Rodrigo Rebelo / Rua do Saibreiro
information
The major coach station for arrivals in Madrid is Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) for your trip to Madrid from Castelo Branco.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
information
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
Calle de Méndez ÁlvaroWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
Madrid, Avenida de América
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-23:00
Distance to city center
3 kmCar connection
Avenida de AméricaWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Madrid, Avenida de América
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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