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Museo Nacional del Prado
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The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Guarda to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guarda to Madrid will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 2 buses from Guarda to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 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.
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Buses from Guarda to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 302 km distance in 3h 44m.
Distance 302 km |
Average bus duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 44m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Guarda to Madrid coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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3274+ Normal | 11:25 Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 7h00 | 19:25 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
3274+ Normal | 11:25 Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 6h20 | 18:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
3274+ Normal | 11:25 Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 6h00 | 18:25 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 5h30 | 19:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario | 6h00 | 19:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guarda 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.

Most Guarda to Madrid buses use the Guarda, Terminal Rodoviario to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. Use this guide to compare Guarda and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Elevators, ramps.
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