Bus Tickets from Madrid to Barcelona

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Barcelona
    Destination location: Barcelona Sants
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Barcelona
    Destination location: Barcelona Sants
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Barcelona
    Destination location: Estació del Nord de Barcelona
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Barcelona
    Destination location: Sants
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Avenida de América
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Barcelona
    Destination location: Barcelona Sants
    Operated by: ALSAALSA
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Madrid to Barcelona

Bus
Average PriceUS$48 - US$280Average Duration7h 50m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average PriceUS$18 - US$264Average Duration2h 52m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$24 - US$83Average Duration6h 30m
21kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Madrid to Barcelona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 2 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27train per day
2h 52mAverage Duration
US$18Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Madrid to Barcelona: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$50
Average Bus Trip Duration7h 50m
Number of daily buses25
Earliest bus departure12:14am
Distance501 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Madrid to Barcelona Bus

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Bus service from Madrid to Barcelona will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Barcelona from Madrid, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Madrid - Barcelona

  1. How long does it take to get to Barcelona from Madrid by bus?

    The bus ride from Madrid to Barcelona takes 7h 50m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Barcelona in about 6h 20m.

  2. What is the distance between Madrid and Barcelona?

    The distance between Madrid and Barcelona is approximately 505 km (313 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Madrid to Barcelona?

    Buses departing from Estación Sur in Madrid will take you to Estació del Nord de Barcelona in Barcelona.

  4. How much is the bus from Madrid to Barcelona?

    You can expect to pay around US$50 for the bus ride from Madrid to Barcelona.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04-26
US$47
04-27
US$154
Today
US$46
04-29
US$46
04-30
US$46
05-01
US$46
05-02
US$46
05-03
US$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Barcelona was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of US$23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Barcelona, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$271 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23 which is on 2025-05-03.

Usually Flixbus (ES) will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Madrid and Barcelona!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Madrid to Barcelona, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Madrid to Barcelona.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Madrid to Barcelona, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Madrid by bus?

Bus from Madrid to Barcelona

You can also go to Barcelona by train

Train from Madrid to Barcelona

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