
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£69
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
17 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
18 h 5 m
Buses on 14 Sept
8
Distance
863 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Valence to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valence to Madrid will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
To travel from Valence to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
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50617 · 4821
3176 · 3186
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50617 · 4821Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Valence to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, while a train costs an average of £165.
Distance: 863 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price | £133 Average Price | £207 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 52m Average total duration 16h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Valence to Madrid:
A coach is £80 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valence to Madrid costing on average £133.
A coach is £112 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valence to Madrid costing on average £165.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 27m.
Coach takes on average 16h 22m.
Tickets start at around £53 compared to roughly £207 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £154. The journey takes 16h 22m versus 11h 12m 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.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Valence to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Monday 14 September. 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 · FlixBus | 3:55 Valence, Gare Routière | 27h30 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
50617 · 4821 | 5:05 Valence, Gare Routière | 19h35 | 0:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 Valence, Gare Routière | 22h35 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Valence, Gare Routière | 17h30 | 8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
3176 · 3186 | 15:10 Valence, Gare Routière | 18h45 | 9:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 15:10 Valence, Gare Routière | 17h25 | 8:35 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Valence, Gare Routière | 21h40 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:20 Valence, Gare Routière | 17h10 | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Buses from Valence to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 16h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:14, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 863 km distance in 17h 10m.
Distance 863 km |
Average bus duration 16h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 17h 10m |
First bus 0:14 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valence 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 Valence to Madrid buses use the Valence, Gare Routière 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 Valence 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, 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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