The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Madrid
Cheapest price
£112
Average price
£148
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
1299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Luton to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luton to Madrid will cost around £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £112.
Of the 2 buses that leave Luton for Madrid every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1299 km distance in an average of 1 d 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 14 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Luton to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £340.
Distance: 1299 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£137 Average Price | £77 Average Price Cheapest | £392 Average Price |
37h 11m Average total duration 36h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 12m Average total duration 24h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Luton to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Madrid coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:00 Luton | 34h05 | 08:05 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Madrid
Buses from Luton to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 36h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 1299 km distance in 33h 55m.
Distance 1299 km |
Average bus duration 36h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 33h 55m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:50 |
FAQs: Luton to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luton 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.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Luton and Madrid
- 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
- 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
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