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Casa Museo de Rosalía de Castro
House museum dedicated to Rosalía de Castro, with period rooms, manuscripts and exhibits on her life and literary legacy.
Cheapest price on 23 Oct
£55
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£55
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
1 d 15 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
1 d 15 m
Buses on 23 Oct
1
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Padrón is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Padrón will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £55.
To travel from Madrid to Padrón you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusBuses from Madrid to Padrón run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 07:48, the last at 16:40. The fastest coach covers the 486 km distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 486 km |
Average bus duration 18h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 7:48 |
Last bus 16:40 |
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The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Padrón coaches for today, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:40 Madrid | 24h15 | 14:55 Padrón | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:40 Madrid | 24h15 | 15:55 Padrón | 0 changesdirect | |
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House museum dedicated to Rosalía de Castro, with period rooms, manuscripts and exhibits on her life and literary legacy.
Camilo José Cela's former home displays manuscripts, art, personal objects and exhibitions about the Nobel laureate's career.
Interpretation centre at Santiaguiño explaining local Jacobean traditions, pilgrimage links and the hill's religious heritage.
Public garden beside the river with mature trees, statues and shaded walks, ideal for a relaxed stroll near the centre.
Hilltop pilgrimage area with steps, stone features and open views, combining nature, legend and one of Padrón's best walks.
Historic central square framed by arcades and civic buildings, often lively and a practical base for exploring the old town.
Small green peppers from the Padrón area, usually fried in olive oil with sea salt. Famous because most are mild but an occasional one is hot.
Traditional Galician empanada filled with tuna, meat or seafood in a baked wheat pastry. A staple at local bakeries, bars and family gatherings.
Galician octopus, typically boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. It is one of the region’s most iconic festival and tavern dishes.
Well-known local asador serving grilled meats, seafood and classic Galician dishes in a relaxed, established setting.
Casual central spot for tapas, portions and local favourites, handy for trying Padrón peppers with drinks in an informal atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant known for Galician classics, especially lamprey in season, with a smart but welcoming dining room.
Moderate for Spain: dining and coffee are good value, while summer stays cost more. Local buses are cheap and walking covers much of the centre.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Padrón 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 Padrón, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Padrón buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Padrón bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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