Tolosa to Madrid bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tolosa to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£39

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£42

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

6 h 25 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

6 h 45 m

Buses on 05 Sept

3

Distance

331 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tolosa to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tolosa to Madrid will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.

Fast coaches

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 3 buses from Tolosa to Madrid, including 3 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 331 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h 25 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.

  • Alsa
    14:206h25
    Tolosa
    20:45Madrid
    £391One-way
    0 changes
  • Alsa
    4:157h25
    Tolosa
    11:40Madrid
    £431One-way
    0 changes
  • Alsa
    15:206h25
    Tolosa
    21:45Madrid
    £441One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Tolosa to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tolosa to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £137.

Distance: 331 km

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Coach
Most popular
Train
Flight
Driving

£42

Average Price

£37

Average Price

Cheapest

£137

Average Price

£106

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 48m

Average total duration

5h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 52m

Average total duration

5h 22m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 6m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

4h 39m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Alsa

Most popular bus company

Renfe MD

Most popular train company

Iberia

Most popular airline

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Tolosa to Madrid is a train with an average price of £37.

This is compared to other travel options from Tolosa to Madrid:

A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Tolosa to Madrid costing on average £42.

A train is £101 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tolosa to Madrid costing on average £137.

The fastest way to travel from Tolosa to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 6m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Coach takes on average 5h 18m.

Train takes on average 5h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tolosa and Madrid including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £106 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £64. The journey takes 5h 18m versus 4h 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Live departures

Tolosa to Madrid bus times

The table below shows live departures for Tolosa to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Alsa4:15 Tolosa
7h25
11:40 Madrid0 changesdirect
Alsa14:20 Tolosa
6h25
20:45 Madrid0 changesdirect
Alsa15:20 Tolosa
6h25
21:45 Madrid0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Tolosa to Madrid coaches with Omio?

Alsa operates all coaches services from Tolosa to Madrid.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Tolosa to Madrid

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Buses from Tolosa to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £4 by train.

There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 331 km distance in 6h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance
331 km
Average bus duration
5h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£38
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
6h 10m
First bus
0:30
Last bus
23:50
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Tolosa to MadridYou can travel by bus between Tolosa to Madrid with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
6h 10m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£38
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

What's included in each class

Compare Alsa classes and the amenities included in each one.

Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi

BlaBlaCar

About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day

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Things to do in Madrid

Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.

  • 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.

  • Must visit

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia

Madrid’s leading modern art museum is famed for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí, Miró and 20th-century works.

  • Must visit

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

This refined museum features major works by Titian, Rubens and Caravaggio in a manageable collection inside a grand palace.

Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or menú del día.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee
€1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Tolosa to Madrid coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tolosa 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Tolosa to Madrid can start from as little as £38 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Tolosa to Madrid is £42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Tolosa to Madrid is 6h 10m to travel the 331 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Tolosa to Madrid leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Tolosa to Madrid leaves at 23:50.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Tolosa to Madrid with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Tolosa to Madrid, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Tolosa and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Tolosa , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia) . When arriving in Madrid , you can end your route in coach stations like Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América, Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), located 12 away from the city centre.
A trip to Madrid from Tolosa is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Tolosa to Madrid is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tolosa and Madrid including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Tolosa to Madrid for coach company Alsa.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Tolosa to Madrid:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Tolosa to Madrid depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Tolosa to Madrid.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Tolosa to Madrid:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Tolosa to Madrid:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Tolosa to Madrid. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Tolosa to Madrid with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Tolosa to Madrid with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Tolosa to Madrid with the following coach company: Alsa.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Tolosa and Madrid

Most Tolosa to Madrid buses use the Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia) to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Use this guide to compare Tolosa and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Tolosa
Arrival bus stations in Madrid

Which Tolosa station do buses to Madrid leave from?

Buses from Tolosa to Madrid leave from Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia). The station is 1 km from Tolosa city centre at Ibaiondo Kalea & Naparzubia, 20400 Tolosa, Gipuzkoa, Spain.
Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia)Ibaiondo Kalea & Naparzubia, 20400 Tolosa, Gipuzkoa, SpainWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia) from Tolosa city centre

TrainIntercités · 6h 29m · £66
BusFlixBus N716, FlixBus 768, FlixBus N1137, FlixBus N1155, FlixBus N1156 · 6h 58m · £27
BlaBlaCar Bus · 7h 17m · £29 · every ~1 min

Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia) bus station facilities and services

Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia). ATMs are available at Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Tolosa, Ibaiondo Kalea (Naparzubia): Wheelchair accessible platform and entrance available.

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