The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Bucharest
Cheapest price
£156
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
2 d 15 h 25 m
Average duration
2 d 16 h 4 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
2473 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Bucharest will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £156.
To travel from Madrid to Bucharest you need to make at least 2 changes.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:2563h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:15București, Autogara Militari£1561One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:3564h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses16:15București, Autogara Militari£1571One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:5564h20Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)16:15București, Autogara Militari£2101One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:5063h25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)13:15București, Autogara Militari£2241One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:5063h25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)13:15București, Autogara Militari£2241One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus20:2563h50Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses13:15București, Autogara Militari£1561One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:5564h20Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)16:15București, Autogara Militari£2101One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:3564h40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses16:15București, Autogara Militari£1571One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Madrid to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.5 - 6.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £40, and a coach costs an average of £93.
Distance: 2473 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£160 Average Price | £151 Average Price Cheapest |
55h 48m Average total duration 55h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
2.5 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 7.4 - 14.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Bucharest coaches for today, Monday 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 63h50 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 63h25 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 64h40 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 64h20 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 69h10 | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 68h46 | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Bucharest.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Bucharest
Buses from Madrid to Bucharest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 55h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £93 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 2473 km distance in 52h 54m.
Distance 2473 km |
Average bus duration 55h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £93 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 52h 54m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:50 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus from Madrid to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Bucharest with FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Bucharest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Bucharest
- 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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