The cheapest and fastest coaches from Luton to Madrid
Cheapest price
£125
Average price
£173
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 54 m
Buses per day
7
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 £173 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £125.
To travel from Luton to Madrid you need to make at least 2 changes.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:4539h35Luton13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1251One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:4031h40Luton13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1371One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:0537h50Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)7:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1681One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:4033h15Luton14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1691One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:0537h20Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1891One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:4031h40Luton13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1371One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus4:4033h15Luton14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1691One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus21:1534h25Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)8:40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2131One-way3 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:0537h20Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1891One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:0537h50Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney)7:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£1681One-way2 changes
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 £19. 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 £19, and a train costs an average of £366.
Distance: 1299 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£134 Average Price | £80 Average Price Cheapest | £366 Average Price |
36h 38m Average total duration 36h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 56m Average total duration 22h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Luton to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Luton to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Luton | 39h35 | 13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:10 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 33h15 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:10 Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) | 33h45 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 3 changes | |
| Sunday 24 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 Luton | 33h15 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 Luton | 31h40 | 13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Luton to Madrid
Buses from Luton to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 36h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 1299 km distance in 31h 40m.
Distance 1299 km |
Average bus duration 36h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 31h 40m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: Green Line from Luton to MadridYou can travel by bus between Luton to Madrid with Green Line for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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
- 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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