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Cité de l'espace
Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£27
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£62
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
9 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
13 h 10 m
Buses on 13 Oct
7
Distance
553 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Toulouse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Toulouse will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 7 buses from Madrid to Toulouse, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 553 km distance in an average of 13 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 55 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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Normal · NormalBuses from Madrid to Toulouse run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £0.89 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 553 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 553 km |
Average bus duration 11h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Toulouse coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h40 | 6:30 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 16h10 | 13:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
4249 · 93175 | 23:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 20h05 | 19:05 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h46 | 14:45 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
![]() | 10:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur | 17h15 | 3:15 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Leading aerospace museum with aircraft, Concorde visits and space displays. A strong choice for families and anyone interested in aviation history.
Art museum inside Hôtel d'Assézat, showing paintings, bronzes and decorative arts in an elegant Renaissance setting near the river.
Museum of Toulouse history in a former convent. Its Romanesque cloister, medieval sculpture and gardens make it one of the city's most atmospheric visits.
Main central square framed by brick facades and arcades. It is the city's social hub for architecture, events and easy access to nearby streets.
Long canal-side promenade lined with plane trees. Ideal for walking, cycling and seeing a calmer side of Toulouse close to the centre.
Broad landscaped garden with lawns, statues and formal paths beside the museum district. A pleasant break for strolling and people-watching.
Slow-cooked white bean casserole with Toulouse sausage, duck confit and pork. It is the city’s signature comfort dish from south-west France.
Coarse fresh pork sausage, traditionally seasoned simply and central to Toulouse cooking, especially in cassoulet and grilled bistro dishes.
Slow-cooked duck leg preserved in its own fat, a hallmark of south-west French cuisine often served with potatoes or cassoulet.
Historic brasserie famed for cassoulet and classic south-west dishes in a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Traditional Toulouse address known for hearty cassoulet, duck dishes and a warm old-school bistro atmosphere.
Elegant dining room serving refined south-west French cuisine with seasonal ingredients near the Capitole.
Moderate for France: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and café prices stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Official public transport app
Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) -> Capitole, Toulouse
The most popular day trips by bus from Toulouse are Montauban, Albi, Cité de Carcassonne, Castres and Foix. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Toulouse on Omio.

Montauban is known for its pink-brick old town, arcaded squares and relaxed setting on the Tarn. Its historic centre and the Ingres Bourdelle Museum give the city a strong artistic and southern character.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:16, the last at 21:35. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 45m.

Albi is known for its red-brick old centre, crowned by Sainte-Cécile Cathedral above the Tarn. UNESCO-listed streets and the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum give the city a historic, distinctly southern character.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:48, the last at 23:46. The fastest coach covers the 67 km distance in 1h 0m.

Cité de Carcassonne is a fortified medieval citadel in southern France, famed for its double walls and towers. Its narrow lanes, stone buildings and hilltop setting give it a strongly historic atmosphere.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 03:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 85 km distance in 1h 10m.

Castres is a riverside town in southern France known for its colourful houses along the Agout. With a compact old centre and ties to Jean Jaurès and Goya, it feels like a working market town with a calm local rhythm.
The earliest coach runs at 09:18, the last at 14:09.

Foix is a small historic town in southern France, known for the hilltop Château de Foix and its Pyrenean setting. Its medieval core and relaxed riverside atmosphere give it a distinctly provincial character.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:15, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 72 km distance in 1h 52m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Toulouse 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 Toulouse, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Toulouse buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Toulouse, Gare Routière station pair, with some services arriving at Toulouse, Airport. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Toulouse bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América 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 Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Gare Routière is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Boulangerie Toulouse (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Gare Routière.
Available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Gare Routière: Elevators, ramps.
Toulouse, Airport is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Toulouse, Airport. ATMs are available at Toulouse, Airport.
Ticket office support is available at Toulouse, Airport.
Available at Toulouse, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse, Airport: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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