- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
14 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 3 m
Buses per day
99
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Madrid will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Of the 99 buses that leave Paris for Madrid every day 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1052 km distance in an average of 15 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 15 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £264.
Distance: 1052 km
| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price | £264 Average Price |
11h 47m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 12m Average total duration Fastest 6h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg 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 Paris to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 8:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h49 | 7:34 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 8:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h50 | 8:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h05 | 8:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h10 | 7:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h04 | 7:34 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h25 | 6:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 21h34 | 7:34 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h15 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h45 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 12:30 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 22h15 | 10:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 21h15 | 9:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
50049 · 3186 | 12:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h10 | 9:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h45 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
Normal · Normal | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h00 | 10:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h45 | 11:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h15 | 11:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 22h50 | 12:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 13:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h30 | 10:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:50 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h25 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 21h15 | 11:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 21h45 | 11:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 20h30 | 10:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 20h00 | 10:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h45 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 19h45 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 16h55 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Paris, Porte Maillot | 17h25 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 14:30 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 21h30 | 12:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 14:30 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 20h30 | 11:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 14:30 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 22h15 | 12:45 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:40 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 19h35 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
53905 · 3161 | 15:00 Paris, Porte Maillot | 18h45 | 9:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 15:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h59 | 6:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h30 | 7:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h59 | 6:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h30 | 7:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 16h15 | 7:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h44 | 6:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h44 | 6:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 16h15 | 7:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 18h55 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h30 | 12:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 15:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h30 | 11:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h50 | 12:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:35 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h40 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h30 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:55 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h20 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 16:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 18h45 | 10:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 19h30 | 11:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 16:00 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 18h45 | 10:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:00 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 19h30 | 11:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:00 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 21h20 | 13:20 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:25 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h30 | 8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 16:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h15 | 10:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 19h00 | 11:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
3161 | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h45 | 9:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h15 | 9:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h45 | 9:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h15 | 9:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h45 | 9:45 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 17:30 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 23h20 | 16:50 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 19:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 20h25 | 15:25 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:20 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h10 | 11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h30 | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h59 | 12:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h30 | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h59 | 12:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 20:00 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 18h40 | 14:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal | 20:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 17h15 | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 16h44 | 12:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 17h15 | 13:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 20:15 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 16h44 | 12:59 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 20:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h40 | 13:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h20 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h20 | 13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 18h20 | 15:20 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 21:15 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 18h00 | 15:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 21:15 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 19h25 | 16:40 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 21:15 Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 | 21h30 | 18:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal | 21:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h15 | 12:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h15 | 12:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 21:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 15h15 | 12:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Paris, Gare Paris Bercy | 15h45 | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
4003 | 21:30 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 15h45 | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
95927 · 3163 | 21:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h25 | 15:10 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 21:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 17h30 | 15:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 21:45 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 21h00 | 18:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal | 22:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h15 | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h15 | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 14h45 | 12:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 14h45 | 12:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:00 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 15h15 | 13:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 23h35 | 22:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
3163 | 23:10 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 16h00 | 15:10 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 23:20 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 25h00 | 0:20 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 23:20 Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) | 23h15 | 22:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
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Buses from Paris to Madrid run on average 39 times per day, taking around 11h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1052 km distance in 15h 45m.
Distance 1052 km |
Average bus duration 11h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 15h 45m |
First bus 0:14 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum is famed for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí, Miró and 20th-century works.
This refined museum features major works by Titian, Rubens and Caravaggio in a manageable collection inside a grand palace.
Madrid’s most famous park offers lakes, gardens, sculptures and broad promenades, perfect for walking, rowing and people-watching.
This grand boulevard links major museums and historic fountains, making it one of the city’s most elegant and culture-rich walks.
A busy central avenue known for theatres, shops and illuminated façades, ideal for architecture, nightlife and classic city views.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables and soup, long associated with Madrid taverns and traditional lunchtime dining.
Deep-fried squid rings served in a crusty bread roll, a classic fast bite around Plaza Mayor and one of Madrid’s best-known snacks.
Madrid-style tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla, rich and slow-cooked, traditionally eaten in colder months.
Traditional bar celebrated for excellent tortilla española and honest Madrid-style tapas in a lively, no-frills atmosphere.
Historic tavern famed for roast suckling pig and classic Castilian dishes in an old-fashioned, atmospheric setting near Plaza Mayor.
Iconic churrería serving Madrid’s classic chocolate con churros around the clock in a bustling, traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Those wishing to visit the Spanish capital of Madrid from Paris can choose from a range of coach options. The 800-mile route is served by Eurolines, Alsa, a Spanish subsidiary of National Express, and Ouibus. Travel time takes as little as 16 hours 25 minutes for direct journeys, while some connecting routes can take upwards of 24 hours.
Coaches from Paris to Madrid are offered by several coach providers. Both Alsa and Eurolines offer direct routes. Eurolines is one of the leading providers of low-cost bus travel in Europe, with each coach offering WiFi, electrical and USB charging points, reclining chairs and two pieces of checked baggage per customer. Indirect services are also offered by Eurolines and Ouibus, a French company formerly known as iDBUS, and Ibero Coaches, who offer a direct route on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Journey times vary significantly depending on when passengers choose to travel. The shortest journey can arrive in Madrid in just 16 hours 25 minutes. The longest takes closer to 17 hours. There are many indirect options, the shortest of which takes 22 hours 35 minutes, which requires passengers to change in Barcelona. Some indirect journeys can take closer to 30 hours.
Passengers can expect to choose from between six to nine departure times from numerous Paris locations with up to 30 route options, depending on where passengers choose to transfer. There are usually three direct options available.
Departure coach station: Coaches depart from numerous Paris locations, including Paris Gallieni, Paris Bercy and Porte Maillot. Porte Maillot is located just outside the Congress building. Paris Gallieni is served by tram lines with direct links from Charles de Gaulle airport. Most services will depart from Paris Bercy, located within a 10-minute walk of Gare de Lyon. It can also be accessed via metro lines M14 or M6 to Bercy station.
Arrival coach station: Most journeys will arrive at Madrid Estacion del Sur, in the south of the Spanish capital. The transport hub has links to the metro and intercity as well as international bus routes. Some services terminate at Avenida de America, which also has links to the metro and local bus routes for easy onward travel.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Paris to Madrid buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Paris and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C). ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C).
Available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orly, Paris - Orly-sud Airport (Parking P4C): Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 is 14 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145. ATMs are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Ticket office support is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Pavements and crossings suitable for wheelchairs.
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.
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