Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Porto
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Bus from Madrid to Porto: Journey Information
There are 9 intercity buses per day from Madrid to Porto. Traveling by bus from Madrid to Porto usually takes around 8 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest Gipsyy bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 29 minutes.
- Distance
- 263 mi (423 km)
- Shortest duration
- 7h 29m
- Cheapest price
- NOK 130.44
- Trips per day
- 9
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Bus lines
- 2
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Madrid to Porto Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Madrid to Porto:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Porto?
Bus tickets for a trip from Madrid to Porto cost NOK 223.54 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Madrid to Porto by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Madrid to Porto in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from NOK 238 to NOK 371. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on October 1, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Porto this week, bus tickets are available starting at NOK 257.
Average bus ticket prices from Madrid to Porto by month
Taking the bus from Madrid to Porto is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only NOK 247. If you're planning to take the bus from Madrid to Porto during August, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of NOK 475. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.
What bus companies travel from Madrid to Porto?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Madrid to Porto that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 5 scheduled trips per day.
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 5 trips from Madrid to Porto, and usually makes the trip in about 8 hours and 28 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Madrid to Porto
There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Madrid to Porto every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Madrid to Porto without transferring.
Trips per day
9
Direct trips
9
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 263 miles from Madrid to Porto. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 29 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.
Distance (mi)
263
Distance (km)
423
The first bus leaves at 12:15am and the last bus leaves at 11:45pm. To see the times for all buses from Madrid to Porto, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
12:15am
Latest bus
11:45pm
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Monday
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Madrid?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Madrid has two bus stations with service to Porto.
All bus stations in Madrid:
- Central Bus Station
- Madrid Airport (T4)
Where does the bus arrive in Porto?
Main arrival station: Porto (TIC - Campanhã)
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Porto.
All bus stations in Porto:
- Porto (TIC - Campanhã)
- Porto Campanha Bus Station
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