The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hamburg to Madrid
Cheapest price
£180
Average price
£216
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h
Average duration
1 d 8 h 51 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
1789 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hamburg to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Madrid will cost around £216 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £180.
To travel from Hamburg to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
FlixTrain+
FlixBus · FlixBus17:1138h59Hamburg Hbf8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1801One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:3033h40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1831One-way2 changes
FlixTrain+
FlixBus · FlixBus17:1139h44Hamburg Hbf8:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1961One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:3034h25Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2001One-way2 changes
FlixTrain+
FlixBus · FlixBus16:4238h43Hamburg Harburg7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£2041One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus0:1032h00Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£2401One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus3:0532h25Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof11:30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2511One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus0:1032h45Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2431One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus3:5533h25Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2181One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:3033h40Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1831One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.8 - 4.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £84, and a train costs an average of £494.
Distance: 1789 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£157 Average Price Cheapest | £207 Average Price | £494 Average Price |
30h 47m Average total duration 30h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 43m Average total duration 32h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.8 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.4 - 10.7kg 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
Hamburg to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Madrid coaches for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 34h10 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:45 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 33h40 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 33h40 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:30 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 34h25 | 8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 32h00 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 32h45 | 8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:10 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 34h05 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 32h25 | 11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:05 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 35h50 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof | 33h25 | 13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Hamburg Hbf | 38h55 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:30 Hamburg Hbf | 39h25 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:42 Hamburg Harburg | 39h13 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:42 Hamburg Harburg | 38h43 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:11 Hamburg Hbf | 38h59 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:11 Hamburg Hbf | 39h44 | 8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Hamburg to Madrid.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Hamburg to Madrid.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Hamburg to Madrid.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hamburg to Madrid
Buses from Hamburg to Madrid run on average 10 times per day, taking around 30h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £82 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1789 km distance in 31h 5m.
Distance 1789 km |
Average bus duration 30h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 31h 5m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Hamburg to MadridYou can travel by bus between Hamburg to Madrid with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £82. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hamburg to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Hamburg and Madrid
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- Burger Lounge (0.3 km)
- Café Paris (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 120, 124, 130 Metro: U1, U3 Train: S1, S21
- 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
- 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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