The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Badalona
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
21 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 34 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Badalona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Badalona will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
To travel from Madrid to Badalona you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:5521h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:25Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants£521One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:3523h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses23:10Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants£581One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus23:5928h36Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:35Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants£1301One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus15:5521h30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:25Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants£521One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:3523h35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses23:10Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants£581One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus23:5928h36Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)4:35Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants£1301One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Badalona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Badalona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 513 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £85 Average Price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Badalona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Badalona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h35 | 7:05 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h50 | 7:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 29h00 | 4:35 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h20 | 7:05 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h35 | 7:20 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:59 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 8h05 | 8:04 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:59 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 7h50 | 7:49 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 28h36 | 4:35 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 1 change | |
| Thursday 21 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 21h30 | 13:25 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Badalona
Buses from Madrid to Badalona run on average 37 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 35 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 513 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 513 km |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 35 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 0:14 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Madrid to BadalonaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Badalona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Badalona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Badalona 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 Badalona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Badalona
- 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 Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
- 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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