The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Caen
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
21 h 20 m
Average duration
22 h 38 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1010 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Caen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Caen will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £63.
Of the 3 buses that leave Madrid for Caen every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1010 km distance in an average of 22 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 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 Madrid to Caen
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Caen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, and a train costs an average of £295.
Distance: 1010 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£89 Average Price Cheapest | £303 Average Price | £234 Average Price |
20h 6m Average total duration 19h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 17m Average total duration Fastest 15h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 48m Average total duration 20h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid to Caen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Caen coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Madrid | 24h05 | 11:05 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:45 Madrid | 27h55 | 17:40 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:30 Madrid | 22h30 | 14:00 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:25 Madrid | 23h50 | 18:15 Caen | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Caen
Buses from Madrid to Caen run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1010 km distance in 21h 20m.
Distance 1010 km |
Average bus duration 19h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 21h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Madrid to CaenYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Caen with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £48. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Caen coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Caen 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 Caen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Caen
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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