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Museu Municipal Dr. José Formosinho
Municipal museum with archaeology, sacred art and local history collections, helping visitors understand Lagos beyond its beaches.
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
9 h 51 m
Average duration
11 h 16 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
567 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Lagos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Lagos will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
To travel from Madrid to Lagos you need to make at least one change.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lagos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £35.
Distance: 567 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 12m Average total duration 10h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Lagos coaches for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 17h50 | 7:50 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 17h05 | 7:50 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h55 | 12:20 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h25 | 12:20 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h40 | 13:05 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 13h10 | 13:05 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h15 | 19:45 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
06076+ Normal | 7:54 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h51 | 19:45 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
06076+ Normal | 7:54 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h51 | 19:45 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
06076+ Normal | 7:54 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h51 | 16:45 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 12h40 | 19:45 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h50 | 22:05 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 14h00 | 22:05 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
06012+ Normal | 12:46 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h29 | 22:15 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
06012+ Normal | 12:46 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h29 | 22:15 Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
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Buses from Madrid to Lagos run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 567 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 567 km |
Average bus duration 10h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Lagos — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lagos trip today.
Municipal museum with archaeology, sacred art and local history collections, helping visitors understand Lagos beyond its beaches.
Museum space inside the former slave market presenting documents and context about the Atlantic slave trade and Lagos’s role in it.
Small contemporary art gallery hosting rotating exhibitions in a central historic building, ideal for a quick cultural stop.
Dramatic clifftop headland with boardwalks, sea stacks and famous viewpoints over turquoise coves near Lagos.
Historic centre of cobbled streets, small squares and traditional buildings, best explored on foot for shops and atmosphere.
Scenic promenade beside the marina and river, popular for a relaxed walk with boat views and easy access to the centre.
Cataplana de marisco is a rich Algarve seafood stew cooked in a copper clam-shaped pan. It is a regional classic prized for fresh shellfish and aromatic broth.
Arroz de lingueirão is rice cooked with razor clams, garlic, herbs and stock. It is a beloved coastal dish that showcases the Algarve’s shellfish tradition.
Sardinhas assadas are charcoal-grilled sardines, usually simply seasoned and served in summer. They are iconic across Portugal and especially popular on the Algarve coast.
Refined Portuguese dining with seafood, steak and polished service. Stylish atmosphere suited to a slower dinner in central Lagos.
Casual local favourite for charcoal-grilled fish and simple Portuguese dishes. Good choice for an unfussy traditional meal.
Traditional Algarve restaurant known for cataplana, seafood rice and grilled fish in a relaxed, rustic setting near the old town.
Moderate for the Algarve: summer stays rise, but dining and local buses remain reasonable versus pricier resort towns.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Terminal Rodoviário de Lagos -> Centro Histórico de Lagos
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Lagos 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 Lagos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Lagos buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Lagos bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante O Camilo (0.5 km), Adega da Marina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lagos, Terminal Rodoviário: Ramps.
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