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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
£50
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 9 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
443 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tarbes to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarbes to Madrid will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Tarbes to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
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8718 · 3186
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Tarbes to Madrid 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 coach which can get you there in 9h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £168.
Distance: 443 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£54 Average Price Cheapest | £278 Average Price | £90 Average Price |
10h 13m Average total duration Fastest 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 15m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 5m Average total duration 15h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Tarbes to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Monday 17 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:35 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 14h05 | 8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:05 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 12h35 | 8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
8718 · 3186 | 20:05 Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont | 13h50 | 9:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 14h55 | 11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:35 Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen | 18h20 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change |
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Buses from Tarbes to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 443 km distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 443 km |
Average bus duration 9h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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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
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarbes 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 Tarbes to Madrid buses use the Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont 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 Tarbes and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen is 1 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen. ATMs are available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen.
Available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tarbes, Avenue Pierre de Coubertin / Av. d'Altenkirchen: Limited accessibility features.
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont is 3 km from Tarbes city centre. Public transport options include:
Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Tarbes, Lep Lautréamont: Taxis.
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.
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