The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Pontevedra
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Pontevedra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Pontevedra will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £38.
Of the 6 buses that leave Madrid for Pontevedra every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 469 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 40 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.

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Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Pontevedra
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Pontevedra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 469 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £93 Average Price |
8h 8m Average total duration 7h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Pontevedra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Pontevedra coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 21:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h00 | 05:30 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:50 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 7h40 | 05:30 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 8 March | |||||
Normal | 09:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h00 | 18:00 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 09:20 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 8h40 | 18:00 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Pontevedra
Buses from Madrid to Pontevedra run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £23 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 469 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 469 km |
Average bus duration 7h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 06:15 |
Last bus 22:50 |
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FAQs: Madrid to Pontevedra coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Vibasa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Monbus
- Monbus works to eliminate barriers for people with functional diversity and offers a service for passengers with their own wheelchair, which must be requested 24 hours in advance via email.
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Vibasa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Monbus
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, so it's recommended to check the policies during the booking process or the company's terms and conditions.
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Vibasa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Monbus
- One piece of hand luggage and one checked bag are included.
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Vibasa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Monbus
- Additional or oversized luggage may incur extra charges and is subject to space availability.
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Vibasa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be transported in the luggage compartment.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Pontevedra
- 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
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
- 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
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