The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Stockholm
Cheapest price
£167
Average price
£240
Fastest journey
2 d 50 m
Average duration
2 d 9 h 51 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
2593 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Stockholm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Stockholm will cost around £240 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £167.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Stockholm 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 2593 km distance in an average of 2 d 9 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 d 17 h 45 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, coach and flight for Madrid to Stockholm
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Stockholm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 2.6 - 6.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £90, and a train costs an average of £549.
Distance: 2593 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£254 Average Price | £220 Average Price Cheapest | £572 Average Price |
49h 12m Average total duration 48h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 45h 20m Average total duration 44h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
2.6 - 6.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 7.8 - 15.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Stockholm bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Stockholm coaches for today, Saturday 22 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 49h45 | 16:30 Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 3 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 48h50 | 16:30 Stockholm, Cityterminalen | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Stockholm
Buses from Madrid to Stockholm run on average 5 times per day, taking around 48h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £139 but you can travel from only £90 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 2593 km distance in 48h 50m.
Distance 2593 km |
Average bus duration 48h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £139 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 48h 50m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Madrid to StockholmYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Stockholm with FlixBus for as low as £90. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Stockholm coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Stockholm 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 Stockholm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Stockholm
- 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
- Cafeteria Cityterminalen (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Swedish Bites (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 4, 50, 53, 57, 65 Metro: T-Centralen (all s) Train: Stockholm Central Station
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