4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Saintes
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
11 h 5 m
Average duration
12 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
643 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Saintes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Saintes will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £78.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Saintes every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 643 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 15 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 Saintes
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Saintes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 643 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£62 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Madrid to Saintes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Saintes coaches for today, Friday 13 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:05 Madrid | 28h50 | 22:55 Saintes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Saintes
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Buses from Madrid to Saintes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 643 km distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 643 km |
Average bus duration 9h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa from Madrid to SaintesYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Saintes with BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa for as low as £46. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Saintes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Saintes 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 Saintes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Saintes
DiningATMAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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