Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on February 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Madrid (South)Cheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)Fastest
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa
Frankfurt - Main bus station
Estación SurNo tags
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
Südbahnhof
Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:34 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just $167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
19hAverage Duration
1447 kmDistance
61kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$64 - $284Average Duration1d 3h
36kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$167 - $188Average Duration19h
61kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid start from $64. The average price for this route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1433 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Madrid route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid generates an estimated 36 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61223 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company ALSA has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
02-04
$100
02-05
$159
Today
$133
02-07
$103
02-08
$120
02-09
$108
02-10
$105
02-11
$110
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $100

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

You can expect to pay from $100 to $293 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2026-02-07.

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