THE SHORT VERSION
Barcelona to Madrid at a glance.
- From
- Barcelona
- To
- Madrid
- Road distance
- About 618 km
- Straight line
- 506 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Madrid to Barcelona →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Barcelona
Barcelona is Spain's busiest coach hub after Madrid, with services across Spain and to France, Italy and northern Europe. Barcelona Nord is the main long-distance bus station.
- Barcelona Nord · Estació d'Autobusos Barcelona Nord
Carrer d'Alí Bei, near Arc de Triomf. All long-distance buses. - Barcelona Sants
Some buses also pick up and drop off at Sants railway station.
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 Barcelona
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Barcelona from Madrid by road?+
About 618 km by road (506 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Barcelona to Madrid take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 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 Barcelona?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Barcelona include Barcelona Nord, Barcelona Sants, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Madrid to Barcelona?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Madrid to Barcelona guide.
Where does the bus from Barcelona 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 Barcelona 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 Barcelona 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, Lisbon, Marseille and more. See all connections on our Madrid bus page.
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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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