How to get to Laredo from Madrid

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Compare coach and flight for Madrid to Laredo

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Laredo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £43 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach 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 £43, while a flight costs an average of £214.

Distance: 334 km

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£43

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Cheapest

£214

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£2

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6h 14m

Average total duration

5h 44m

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4h 2m

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2h 2m

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4h 35m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

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1.0 - 2.0kg

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Compare ways to travel from Madrid to Laredo

Compare the available ways to get from Madrid to Laredo, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Laredo is a coach with an average price of £43.

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

A coach is £171 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Laredo costing on average £214.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Laredo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Laredo take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 14m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Laredo including taking a coach 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 £43 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£41. The journey takes 5h 44m versus 4h 35m 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.

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from Madrid to Laredo

How to get to Laredo from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Madrid to Laredo is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Laredo by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Laredo are Santander, Bilbao and Castro Urdiales. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Laredo on Omio.

A view of Santander

Day trip from Laredo to Santander by bus

Why visit Santander for the day?

Santander is known for its sweeping bay, elegant seafront and the beaches of El Sardinero. It mixes a maritime feel with belle époque architecture, seafood-focused dining and cultural landmarks such as the Centro Botín and the Magdalena Peninsula.

A view of Bilbao

Day trip from Laredo to Bilbao by bus

Why visit Bilbao for the day?

Bilbao is known for the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and its blend of industrial heritage with contemporary design. Along the river, Basque culture shapes the city’s food, architecture and lively old quarter.

A view of Castro Urdiales

Day trip from Laredo to Castro Urdiales by bus

Why visit Castro Urdiales for the day?

Castro Urdiales is known for its fishing heritage, harbour setting and the medieval church overlooking the sea. The old quarter and beaches give the town a lively but relaxed coastal character.

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FAQs: Madrid to Laredo

Travel to Laredo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Laredo.

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There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Laredo including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Laredo is a coach with an average price of £43.

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

A coach is £171 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Laredo costing on average £214.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Laredo is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 2m.

Other travel options to Laredo take longer:

Coach takes on average 6h 14m.

The Madrid to Laredo distance is approximately 334 km.
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Laredo is:
  • Around 24 coaches per day.
  • Around 17 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Laredo as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Laredo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Bilbao Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América and arrive in Laredo, Estación De Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Laredo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Europa, Iberia, Royal Air Maroc, CitizenPlane, Vueling to go to Laredo by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra to go to Laredo by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Madrid to Laredo:
  • 10 direct flights per day with Air Europa, Iberia, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Laredo often also extend their vacation to go to Bilbao, Santander, Santoña, Noja, Vitoria-Gasteiz. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Laredo and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Madrid to Laredo, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.

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