4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Pau to Madrid
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
8 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 58 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Pau to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pau to Madrid will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £32.
To travel from Pau to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
8718 · 318619:2514h30Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)9:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£321One-way1 change- 8717+
Normal9:5512h50Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)22:45Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£491One-way1 change - 8717+Normal9:558h50Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)18:45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£551One-way1 change
- 8717+Normal9:559h05Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)19:00Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£551One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus0:409h35Pau, Lycée St John Perse10:15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£671One-way1 change
- 8717+Normal9:558h50Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)18:45Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£551One-way1 change
- 8717+Normal9:559h05Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)19:00Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£551One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus0:409h35Pau, Lycée St John Perse10:15Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£671One-way1 change
- 8717+Normal9:5512h50Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)22:45Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América£491One-way1 change
- 8718 · 318619:2514h30Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc)9:55Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Pau to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Pau to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 9h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 423 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£64 Average Price Cheapest | £311 Average Price | £85 Average Price |
10h 21m Average total duration Fastest 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 12m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pau to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pau to Madrid coaches for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8717+Normal | 9:55 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 11h50 | 21:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| 8717+Normal | 9:55 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 12h15 | 22:10 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 1 change | |
| 8717+Normal | 9:55 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 14h20 | 0:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:40 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 14h00 | 8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| 8718 · 3186 | 19:25 Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) | 14h30 | 9:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:35 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 13h55 | 11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:35 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 17h20 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:40 Pau, Lycée St John Perse | 9h35 | 10:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pau to Madrid
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Buses from Pau to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 423 km distance in 9h 35m.
Distance 423 km |
Average bus duration 9h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 35m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Pau to MadridYou can travel by bus between Pau to Madrid with FlixBus, Alsa, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Pau to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pau 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.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pau and Madrid
Most Pau to Madrid buses use the Pau, Lycée St John Perse 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 Pau and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Pau, Lycée St John Perse from Pau city centre
Getting to Pau, Bd Lucien Favre (Technopôle Héliparc) from Pau city centre
Which Madrid station do buses from Pau arrive at?
Getting to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) from Madrid city centre
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) bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Getting to Madrid, Avenida de América from Madrid city centre
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América bus station facilities and services
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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