Bus Tickets from London to Madrid

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TodayAug 29
from US$288
TomorrowAug 30
from US$169
SunAug 31
MonSep 1
TueSep 2
from US$125
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Gatwick Airport (South Terminal)
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid (South)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid (South)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: London Gatwick Airport North Terminal
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Madrid (South)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: London
    Departure location: Victoria Coach Station
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from London to Madrid

Bus
Average PriceUS$84 - US$368Average Duration1d 12h
32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$123 - US$123Average Duration18h 50m
53kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from London to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
18h 50mAverage Duration
US$123Cheapest ticket
53kgCO₂ emissions

Bus London to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$218
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 12h
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure1:00am
Distance1263 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

London to Madrid Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from London to Madrid.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from London to Madrid.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from London to Madrid, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip London - Madrid

  1. What is the distance between London and Madrid?

    The distance covered from London to Madrid is 1265 km (785 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from London to Madrid?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Victoria Coach Station, in London, and end it at Madrid-Barajas Airport, in Madrid.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-27
US$178
08-28
No data
Today
US$216
08-30
US$165
08-31
US$140
09-01
US$117
09-02
US$121
09-03
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from London to Madrid was searched and found on Sep 1, 2025 with a price of US$117

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

You can expect to pay from US$117 to US$314 for a bus ticket from London to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$117 which is on 2025-09-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from London to Madrid that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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