How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Madrid?

The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Madrid start at R 584. The average price for this route is around R 1 733. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Brussels to Madrid?

The average bus journey time from Brussels to Madrid is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 1316 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Brussels to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brussels to Madrid?

The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Madrid at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Madrid?

A bus trip from Brussels to Madrid produces an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Brussels to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11248 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Madrid?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Brussels to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Brussels to Madrid from R 520 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Brussels to Madrid on 2 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 40m	15:10	Estación Sur	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 15m	14:45	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 50m	13:45	Estación Sur	No tags
	Bus	21:30	Brussels Airport	1d 10h	08:10	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 20m	13:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Madrid on 3 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 40m	15:10	Estación Sur	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 15m	14:45	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	21h 40m	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 50m	13:45	Estación Sur	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	21h 10m	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Madrid on 4 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 50m	13:45	Estación Sur	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 15m	14:45	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	21h 40m	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
	Bus	02:10	Brussels Airport	1d 5h	08:00	Madrid (South)	No tags
	Bus	18:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 40m	15:10	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Madrid on 5 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:00	Brussels North Train Station	22h 30m	11:30	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 20m	13:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	Bus	11:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	22h 15m	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
	Bus	08:20	Brussels Airport	1d	08:55	Madrid (South)	No tags
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 50m	13:45	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Madrid on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:05	Midi	1d 1h	11:30	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	21h 45m	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
Bus	11:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	22h 15m	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
Bus	06:40	Brussels Airport	1d 2h	08:55	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Brussels Airport	1d 3h	13:20	Madrid (South)	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Madrid on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	22h 15m	09:45	Estación Sur	Cheapest
Bus	11:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	21h 45m	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
Bus	02:30	Brussels Airport	1d 6h	09:05	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	09:45	Brussels Airport	1d 3h	13:20	Madrid (South)	No tags
Bus	02:30	Brussels Airport	1d 5h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Brussels to Madrid on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:45	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	21h	13:45	Estación Sur	Cheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus + BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa	Bus	16:45	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	20h 30m	13:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
	Bus	11:30	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	22h 15m	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags
	Bus	02:30	Brussels Airport	1d 6h	09:05	Madrid (South)	No tags
	Bus	17:55	Brussels-South (Gare du Midi)	21h 15m	15:10	Estación Sur	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:03 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Brussels 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 17 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 461, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

17hAverage duration

1317 kmDistance

55kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 584 - R 6 777	Average duration22h 20m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 461 - R 3 117	Average duration17h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Brussels and Madrid?

Stops in Brussels

A
Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
Rue de France 85, 1060 Saint-Gilles, Belgium
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B
Brux-Nord
Boulevard Simon Bolivar 7, 1030 Schaerbeek, Belgium
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C
Congrès
Pachecolaan 5, 1000 Brussel, Belgium
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D
Centrale
Rue de Loxum 5, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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B
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 859 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 328 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ES bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Brussels to Madrid by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Brussels to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Brussels to Madrid start at R 584. The average price for this route is around R 1 733. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Brussels to Madrid?
The average bus journey time from Brussels to Madrid is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 1316 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Brussels to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Brussels to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Brussels to Madrid at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Brussels to Madrid?
A bus trip from Brussels to Madrid produces an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Brussels to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11248 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Brussels to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Brussels to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Brussels to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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R 1 160

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R 1 728

The cheapest trip from Brussels to Madrid was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 019

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 019 to R 2 805 for a bus ticket from Brussels to Madrid based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 019, which is on 2026-01-06.

Usually BlaBlaCar Bus 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.