The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vienna to Madrid
Cheapest price
£149
Average price
£195
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 37 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
1809 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vienna to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Madrid will cost around £195 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £149.
To travel from Vienna to Madrid you need to make at least 2 changes.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:2036h35Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1491One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:2539h30Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1501One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:4539h10Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1501One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:1037h45Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1531One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus12:4542h40Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)7:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1701One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:2036h35Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1491One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:2037h15Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz15:35Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2001One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:1037h45Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)14:55Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£1531One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus17:5538h15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)8:10Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£2271One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:0538h15Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)13:20Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£2091One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vienna to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.8 - 4.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £86, and a train costs an average of £534.
Distance: 1809 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£169 Average Price Cheapest | £212 Average Price | £534 Average Price |
36h 48m Average total duration 36h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 41h 54m Average total duration 41h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
1.8 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 5.4 - 10.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Madrid coaches for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 43h10 | 7:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 42h40 | 7:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 40h00 | 8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:55 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 39h15 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 38h15 | 8:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 39h00 | 8:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 40h10 | 10:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:55 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 41h25 | 13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:50 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 36h40 | 11:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 38h25 | 13:20 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 39h30 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 40h10 | 15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 39h50 | 15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 39h10 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 38h25 | 15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 37h45 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 37h15 | 15:35 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 36h35 | 14:55 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 46h20 | 8:40 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Madrid
Buses from Vienna to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 36h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £49 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 1809 km distance in 36h 15m.
Distance 1809 km |
Average bus duration 36h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 36h 15m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Vienna to MadridYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Madrid with FlixBus for as low as £49. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Vienna to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Madrid
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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