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MARCO Museo de Arte Contemporánea de Vigo
Contemporary art museum in a former courthouse. It presents changing exhibitions by Spanish and international artists in the city centre.
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Vigo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Vigo will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 4 buses that leave Madrid for Vigo every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 465 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 25 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Vigo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. 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 £39, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 465 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price | £124 Average Price |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Vigo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 10:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h35 | 18:35 Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:20 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 8h15 | 18:35 Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h50 | 0:20 Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:50 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 8h30 | 0:20 Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 7h35 | 6:05 Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:50 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 7h15 | 6:05 Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Vigo run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £19 by train.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 22:55. The fastest coach covers the 465 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 465 km |
Average bus duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Vigo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vigo trip today.
Contemporary art museum in a former courthouse. It presents changing exhibitions by Spanish and international artists in the city centre.
Museum on the seafront exploring Galicia’s relationship with the Atlantic through archaeology, fishing, ecology and maritime culture.
Small ethnographic museum in Castrelos Park showing Galician traditional crafts, domestic life and rural culture in a historic house.
Seafront hill and park with paths, gardens and one of Vigo’s best panoramas over the port, estuary and Cíes Islands on clear days.
Historic quarter of stone lanes, arches and small squares. It is ideal for wandering and discovering Vigo’s older urban character.
Large landscaped park around a manor house, with formal gardens, wooded areas and a peaceful setting for a relaxed city walk.
Octopus boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. A Galician classic, especially popular at local festivals and seafood restaurants.
Small green peppers from nearby Padrón, usually fried in olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt. Most are mild, but a few are famously hot.
Hearty Galician soup made with grelos, potatoes, beans and pork. It is a traditional cold-weather dish with deep regional roots.
Traditional seafood restaurant near the old quarter, known for shellfish, fish and classic Galician cooking in a polished setting.
Established restaurant serving refined Galician cuisine with strong seafood options and a more formal dining room.
Popular marisquería focused on Galician seafood and fish, with a straightforward local feel and reliable produce.
Moderate for Spain: food and local transport are good value, while summer hotels near the centre and coast can raise overall trip costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés only if service was good.
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Estacion intermodal de Vigo -> Praza de Compostela, Vigo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Vigo 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 Vigo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Vigo buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Vigo, Estacion intermodal de Vigo station pair, with some services arriving at Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Vigo 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, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) is 2 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): 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.
Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo is 3 km from Vigo city centre. Public transport options include:
Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo. ATMs are available at Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo.
Ticket office support is available at Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo.
Available at Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo, Aeropuerto de Vigo: Wheelchair accessible.
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