THE SHORT VERSION
Aveiro to Madrid at a glance.
- From
- Aveiro
- To
- Madrid
- Road distance
- About 519 km
- Straight line
- 419 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Madrid to Aveiro →
- Border
- Portugal → Spain. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Aveiro
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Madrid
Both stations are on the metro (Méndez Álvaro on line 6; Avenida de América on lines 4, 6, 7 and 9).
- Estación Sur de Autobuses
Méndez Álvaro, 1 km south-east of Atocha. International routes and routes to the south and west, including Lisbon. - Avenida de América
2 km north-east of the centre. Routes to the north, such as Barcelona and Bilbao.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Some buses also call at Madrid-Barajas airport.
KEEP GOING
From Madrid, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Madrid
More buses from Aveiro
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Aveiro from Madrid by road?+
About 519 km by road (419 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Aveiro to Madrid take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Aveiro?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Madrid to Aveiro?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Madrid to Aveiro guide.
Where does the bus from Aveiro arrive in Madrid?+
It depends on the operator. In Madrid, services use Estación Sur de Autobuses, Avenida de América. Both stations are on the metro (Méndez Álvaro on line 6; Avenida de América on lines 4, 6, 7 and 9).
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Madrid?+
Both stations are on the metro (Méndez Álvaro on line 6; Avenida de América on lines 4, 6, 7 and 9).
What kind of bus runs from Aveiro to Madrid?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Aveiro to Madrid bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Madrid by bus?+
Direct buses from Madrid include Valencia, Seville, Porto, Barcelona, Lisbon and more. See all connections on our Madrid bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Aveiro to Madrid?+
Portugal and Spain are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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