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Journey Information

There are 10 intercity buses per day from Toulouse to Madrid. Traveling by bus from Toulouse to Madrid usually takes around 19 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 45 minutes.

Distance344 mi (553 km)
Shortest duration9h 45m
Cheapest priceUS$21.67
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines2

How much is a bus ticket from Toulouse to Madrid?

US$91.78 is the average price of a bus ticket from Toulouse to Madrid. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Toulouse to Madrid, mark your calendar for September. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just US$54. However, taking the bus from Toulouse to Madrid during July is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of US$87. The best way to find deals on a trip in July is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

What bus companies travel from Toulouse to Madrid?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Toulouse to Madrid that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 10 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus1019h 12mUS$99.91
Union Ivkoni114h 26mUS$44.98
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 10 trips from Toulouse to Madrid, and usually makes the trip in about 19 hours and 12 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trips per day on the route from Toulouse to Madrid, and the trip usually takes 14 hours and 26 minutes to complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 553 kilometers from Toulouse to Madrid. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Toulouse to Madrid for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 08:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Toulouse to Madrid, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from Toulouse to Madrid every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Toulouse?

Main departure station: Toulouse-Pierre Sémard coach station

Toulouse has two bus stations with service to Madrid.

All bus stations in Toulouse:

  • Toulouse-Pierre Sémard coach station

  • Toulouse Blagnac Airport

Where does the bus arrive in Madrid?

Main arrival station: Central Bus Station

Buses arrive in Madrid at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Bus stations in Madrid:

  • Central Bus Station

  • Madrid Airport (T4)

  • Central Bus Station

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