
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 24 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
377 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 377 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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.










Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a flight costs an average of £86.
Distance: 377 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price | £66 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro:
A coach is £46 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro costing on average £86.
Other travel options to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 34m.
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £66 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £26. The journey takes 5h 34m versus 4h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 9:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h40 | 16:10 Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h55 | 16:10 Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:30 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 5h40 | 16:10 Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro run on average 7 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 18:15. The fastest coach covers the 377 km distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 377 km |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 18:15 |
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Discover the best of Piedrafita Do Cebreiro — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piedrafita Do Cebreiro trip today.
Ethnographic museum inside a restored palloza showing how mountain families lived. A compact, essential introduction to O Cebreiro's traditional culture.
Reconstructed thatched dwelling open to visitors as part of the museum area. It helps explain the form, materials and layout of the traditional palloza.
Interpretive display area within O Cebreiro focused on local mountain life, domestic tools and seasonal customs. Useful for understanding the village context.
High mountain pass and village approach with broad views over the Ancares and Camino route. Ideal for walking, photographs and feeling the dramatic setting.
Popular Camino section crossing O Cebreiro, combining heritage buildings, mountain air and constant pilgrim life. Best experienced on foot.
Main pedestrian lane through O Cebreiro lined with stone houses and pallozas. A short but memorable walk that captures the village's historic character.
Iconic mountain cheese from O Cebreiro, made from cow’s milk with a fresh, tangy taste and distinctive mushroom shape; one of Galicia’s oldest cheeses.
Hearty Galician soup of turnip greens, potatoes and beans, traditionally enriched with pork fat or meats; a classic cold-weather dish in Lugo’s mountains.
Tender boiled octopus seasoned with olive oil, paprika and salt, usually served on wooden plates; a defining inland Galician speciality.
Traditional inn and restaurant in O Cebreiro serving hearty Galician mountain dishes in a rustic pilgrim-village setting.
Well-known casual stop for pilgrims and drivers, offering local stews, octopus and simple Galician plates in an informal atmosphere.
Established hotel restaurant near O Cebreiro with regional cooking, grilled meats and a comfortable dining room suited to longer meals.
Moderate for rural Spain: pilgrim lodging and simple meals are fair value, but limited choice can raise prices slightly versus larger inland towns.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxis usually just round up the fare.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro 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 Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Piedrafita Do Cebreiro 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, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): 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.
Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España. ATMs are available at Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España.
Ticket office support is available at Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España.
Available at Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piedrafita Do Cebreiro, Pl. de España: Basic accessibility features available.
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