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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Salou
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 44 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Salou will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
Of the 16 buses that leave Madrid for Salou every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 415 km distance in an average of 5 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Madrid to Salou
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. 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 £45, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 415 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price Cheapest | £68 Average Price | £101 Average Price |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Salou bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Salou coaches for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal+ Normal | 06:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h55 | 16:35 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 07:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 9h35 | 16:35 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 07:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h20 | 16:35 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 23:14 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 10h46 | 10:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
| Normal+Normal | 00:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 10h00 | 10:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal+Normal | 00:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 9h45 | 10:00 Salou, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Salou
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Buses from Madrid to Salou run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £36 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 415 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 415 km |
Average bus duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 00:14 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife from Madrid to SalouYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Salou with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Salou coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Salou 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 Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Avenida de América, which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salou, Estación de Autobuses, located 0.2 miles (349 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Salou
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: L1, L2, L3 Train: R16
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