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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 18 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
487 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £53.
Of the 15 buses that leave Santiago de Compostela for Madrid every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 487 km distance in an average of 8 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
Normal10:459h30Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses20:15Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£531One-way0 changes- Normal13:459h00Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses22:45Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£531One-way0 changes
- Normal21:309h00Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses6:30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£531One-way0 changes
- Normal21:3010h00Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses7:30Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£531One-way0 changes
- Normal10:4510h15Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses21:00Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£531One-way0 changes
- Supra Economy14:157h55Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses22:10Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£621One-way0 changes
- Normal22:308h00Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses6:30Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£531One-way0 changes
- Supra Economy14:158h10Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses22:25Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£621One-way0 changes
- Normal5:458h30Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses14:15Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£571One-way0 changes
- Normal5:458h55Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses14:40Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£531One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Santiago de Compostela to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. 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 train costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 487 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £193 Average Price |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santiago de Compostela to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santiago de Compostela to Madrid coaches for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 8:00 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 19:30 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 1 change | |
| Normal | 10:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h45 | 20:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 20:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 21:00 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 13:30 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 11h35 | 1:05 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
| Normal | 13:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h20 | 23:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 22:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 14:15 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h10 | 22:25 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Supra Economy | 14:15 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 7h55 | 22:10 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:30 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 7:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:30 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 6:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:30 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 6:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| Normal | 5:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 14:15 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 5:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 9h30 | 15:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 5:45 Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses | 8h55 | 14:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid
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Buses from Santiago de Compostela to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 487 km distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 487 km |
Average bus duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus, MonBus from Santiago de Compostela to MadridYou can travel by bus between Santiago de Compostela to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, FlixBus, MonBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Santiago de Compostela to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santiago de Compostela 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.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santiago de Compostela and Madrid
Most Santiago de Compostela to Madrid buses use the Santiago de Compostela, 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 Santiago de Compostela and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Santiago de Compostela, Estación de Autobuses from Santiago de Compostela city centre
Which Madrid station do buses from Santiago de Compostela 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, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) from Madrid city centre
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) bus station facilities and services
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.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa): 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.
Most popular bus connections from Santiago de Compostela
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