Bus from Paris to Madrid: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Paris to Madrid on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
BlaBlaCar BusBus
    		Bercy Seine
    		Estación SurCheapest
    BlaBlaCar BusBus
      		Bercy Seine
      		Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)Fastest
      BlaBlaCar BusBus
        		Bercy Seine
        		Estación SurNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Bercy Seine
        		Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4No tags
        BlaBlaCar BusBus
          		Bercy Seine
          		Estación SurNo tags

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          Compare 2 ways to go from Paris 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 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          2carpool per day
          13h 30mAverage Duration
          1053 kmDistance
          44kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$50 - $477Average Duration18h 45m
          26kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$94 - $265Average Duration13h 30m
          44kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paris 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 Paris to Madrid?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Paris to Madrid start from $50. The average price for this route is around $168. 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 Paris to Madrid?

            The average bus travel time from Paris to Madrid is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 1041 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.

          3. Which bus companies service the Paris to Madrid route?

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, INTERS PORTUGAL - INTERNORTE.

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

            The earliest bus departs from Paris to Madrid at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paris to Madrid?

            A bus trip from Paris to Madrid generates an estimated 26 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 Paris 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 60787 reviews.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paris 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 Paris 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 Paris 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
          11-25
          $86
          11-26
          $86
          Today
          $77
          11-28
          $65
          11-29
          $77
          11-30
          $80
          12-01
          $60
          12-02
          $55
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Paris to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $55

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

          You can expect to pay from $55 to $320 for a bus ticket from Paris to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-02.

          Usually FlixBus 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.

          What's the cheapest way to go from Paris to Madrid?

          busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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