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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 on 23 Oct
£39
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£39
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
8 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
8 h 43 m
Buses on 23 Oct
4
Distance
469 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Pontevedra to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontevedra to Madrid will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
On Fri 23 Oct, we found 4 buses from Pontevedra to Madrid, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 469 km distance in an average of 8 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 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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NormalBuses from Pontevedra to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 22:50. The fastest coach covers the 469 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 469 km |
Average bus duration 8h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 22:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Pontevedra to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Friday 23 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 10:00 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 9h00 | 19:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:00 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 8h40 | 18:40 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 8h45 | 7:15 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 22:30 Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses | 8h25 | 6:55 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontevedra 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 Pontevedra to Madrid buses use the Pontevedra, Estación De Autobuses to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa). Use this guide to compare Pontevedra and Madrid 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.
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