The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lausanne to Madrid
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
21 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 9 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1073 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lausanne to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Madrid will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £73.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lausanne for Madrid every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1073 km distance in an average of 1 d 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 9 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lausanne to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a train costs an average of £160.
Distance: 1073 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£115 Average Price Cheapest | £146 Average Price | £160 Average Price |
22h 30m Average total duration 22h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.2 - 6.4kg 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
Lausanne to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Madrid coaches for today, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:15 Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome | 33h55 | 07:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
| Monday 12 January | |||||
![]() | 03:00 Lausanne | 28h45 | 07:45 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:50 Lausanne | 22h50 | 06:40 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:50 Lausanne | 24h30 | 11:20 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lausanne to Madrid
Buses from Lausanne to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 22h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1073 km distance in 21h 10m.
Distance 1073 km |
Average bus duration 22h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 21h 10m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lausanne to MadridYou can travel by bus between Lausanne to Madrid with Alsa, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £55. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lausanne to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) 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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Madrid
- 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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