The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Antwerp
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
23 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 31 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1354 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Antwerp is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Antwerp will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £51.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Antwerp 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 1354 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 10 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.
14:4527h10Madrid17:55Antwerp£511One-way0 changes
17:3526h25Madrid20:00Antwerp£521One-way0 changes
16:3523h15Madrid15:50Antwerp£621One-way0 changes
13:3023h40Madrid13:10Antwerp£731One-way0 changes
21:3527h05Madrid0:40Antwerp£861One-way0 changes
16:3523h15Madrid15:50Antwerp£621One-way0 changes
13:3023h40Madrid13:10Antwerp£731One-way0 changes
17:3526h25Madrid20:00Antwerp£521One-way0 changes
21:3527h05Madrid0:40Antwerp£861One-way0 changes
14:4527h10Madrid17:55Antwerp£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Antwerp
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Antwerp among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a train costs an average of £387.
Distance: 1354 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£69 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £391 Average Price |
22h 4m Average total duration 21h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 54m Average total duration 21h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Madrid to Antwerp bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Antwerp coaches for today, Wednesday 20 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 28h00 | 2:35 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 27h40 | 2:35 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 32h30 | 8:05 Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 30h40 | 6:15 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 36h01 | 12:00 Antwerp, P+R Luchtbal (Entrance of the parking garage) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 30h16 | 6:15 Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 32h06 | 8:05 Antwerpen, Borsbeeksebrug (Berchem) | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 21 May | |||||
![]() | 13:30 Madrid | 23h40 | 13:10 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:45 Madrid | 27h10 | 17:55 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:35 Madrid | 23h15 | 15:50 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:35 Madrid | 26h25 | 20:00 Antwerp | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Antwerp
Buses from Madrid to Antwerp run on average 13 times per day, taking around 21h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 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 1354 km distance in 22h 35m.
Distance 1354 km |
Average bus duration 21h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 22h 35m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus, Alsa from Madrid to AntwerpYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Antwerp with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus, Alsa for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Antwerp coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Antwerp 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 Antwerp, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Antwerp
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station, near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 17, 30, 34, 36, 38, 39 Train: Antwerp Central Station
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