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

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid start at R 1 254. The average price for this route is around R 2 449. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1437 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.

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

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid produces an estimated 36 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 11143 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Madrid from R 1 353 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 1 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 9h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Cheapest
	05:45	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 2h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 12h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
	22:45	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 9h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 2 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:45	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 4h	10:15	Madrid (South)	Cheapest
	05:45	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 2h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	Fastest
	05:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 3h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	19:36	Südbahnhof	1d 12h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags
	21:45	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 10h	08:20	Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:55	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 4h	13:30	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Cheapest
09:30	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 4h	13:30	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
08:55	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 5h	14:05	Estación Sur	No tags
09:30	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 4h	14:05	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:30	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 6h	00:40	Estación Sur	Cheapest
19:00	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 5h	00:10	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
18:30	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 5h	00:10	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	No tags
19:00	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 5h	00:40	Estación Sur	No tags

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 2h	09:45	Estación Sur	Cheapest
07:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 1h	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	Fastest
07:00	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 2h	09:15	Aeropuerto Madrid - Barajas T4 (E)	No tags
07:25	Frankfurt Main Airport P36	1d 2h	09:45	Estación Sur	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 2:41 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 674, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

19h 20mAverage duration

1447 kmDistance

61kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 254 - R 4 771	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 674 - R 1 674	Average duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Madrid?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Stops in Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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B
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
Visit page
E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 484 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 181 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

ES Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid start at R 1 254. The average price for this route is around R 2 449. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?
The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1437 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by BlaBlaCar Bus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid produces an estimated 36 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main 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.

Best price found

29/11

R 3 463

30/11

R 3 725

Today

R 2 576

02/12

R 2 002

03/12

R 1 357

04/12

R 2 233

05/12

R 1 560

06/12

R 2 003

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Madrid was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 357

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 R 1 357 to R 4 090 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 R 1 357, which is on 2025-12-03.