The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Buses per day
28
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 28 buses that leave Vitoria-Gasteiz for Madrid every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 285 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.









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Compare train and coach for Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 285 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£43 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price |
4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 08:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 3h55 | 12:40 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 09:30 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h45 | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 09:30 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h55 | 14:25 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:15 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h15 | 14:30 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 10:15 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h00 | 14:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 11:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h10 | 15:55 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 11:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 3h55 | 15:40 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 06210 | 12:30 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 10h17 | 22:47 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06190 | 12:30 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 8h27 | 20:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Supra Economy | 14:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h00 | 18:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 14:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h15 | 19:00 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 06210 | 16:40 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 6h07 | 22:47 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal | 16:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 5h00 | 21:45 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h25 | 21:10 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h00 | 20:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 18:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h45 | 23:30 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 18:45 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h30 | 23:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Supra Economy | 01:10 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h15 | 05:25 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 01:10 Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses | 4h00 | 05:10 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid
Buses from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 285 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 285 km |
Average bus duration 4h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Alava Bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to MadridYou can travel by bus between Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus, Alava Bus for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vitoria-Gasteiz 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vitoria - Gasteiz, Estación De Autobuses, which is located around 0.4 miles (617 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Avenida de América, located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vitoria-Gasteiz and Madrid
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Outlet (in the station)
- Coffee Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: L1, L2, L3 Train: C1
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
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