The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Dubrovnik
Cheapest price
£176
Average price
£195
Fastest journey
2 d 25 m
Average duration
2 d 5 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1826 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Dubrovnik is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Dubrovnik will cost around £195 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £176.
Of the 3 buses that leave Madrid for Dubrovnik 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 1826 km distance in an average of 2 d 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 d 9 h 55 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 coach and flight for Madrid to Dubrovnik
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Dubrovnik among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.8 - 4.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £96, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 1826 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£174 Average Price Cheapest | £177 Average Price |
42h 53m Average total duration 42h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.8 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.5 - 10.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Dubrovnik bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Dubrovnik coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 55h00 | 21:45 Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 48h25 | 18:30 Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 57h55 | 05:45 Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 57h55 | 05:45 Dubrovnik, Autobusni kolodvor | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Dubrovnik
Buses from Madrid to Dubrovnik run on average 4 times per day, taking around 42h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £96 but you can travel from only £65 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 1826 km distance in 48h 25m.
Distance 1826 km |
Average bus duration 42h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £96 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 48h 25m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Madrid to DubrovnikYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Dubrovnik with FlixBus for as low as £65. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Dubrovnik coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Dubrovnik 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 Dubrovnik, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Dubrovnik
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Dubrovnik (in the station)
- Bistro Glorijet (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Amfora (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1A, 1B, 3
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