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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
£58
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 31 m
Buses per day
10
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 £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
Of the 10 buses that leave Madrid for Toulouse 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 553 km distance in an average of 11 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 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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3160 · 8694Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Toulouse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 553 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price | £119 Average Price |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Toulouse coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:00 Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur | 15h00 | 1:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
3162 · 53023 | 19:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h50 | 8:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
3187 | 20:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h50 | 6:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h30 | 11:20 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:50 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 9h40 | 6:30 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 0 changesdirect | |
3160 · 3615 | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 12h55 | 11:55 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
3160 · 8694 | 23:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h00 | 12:00 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 13h56 | 13:55 Toulouse, Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Madrid to Toulouse run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
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 9h 25m.
Distance 553 km |
Average bus duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Toulouse — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Toulouse trip today.
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.
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Gare routière Pierre Semard (Matabiau) -> Capitole, Toulouse
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, Estación Sur de Autobuses 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, 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, 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, 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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