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Madrid to Porto bus

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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 53 minutes, but the fastest Gipsyy bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance263 mi (423 km)
Shortest duration6h 40m
Cheapest price$8.64
Trips per day7
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines2

How much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Porto?

Bus tickets for a trip from Madrid to Porto cost $26.81 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.

Monthly avg. prices

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Taking the bus from Madrid to Porto is usually cheapest in November, when the average ticket price is only $28. 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 $50. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 23 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $21.12 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

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 6 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus69h 7m$40.05
Gipsyy38h 1m$39.86
  • 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 6 trips from Madrid to Porto, and usually makes the trip in about 9 hours and 7 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Gipsyy is a Portuguese bus company with trips across Portugal and Spain to cities such as Lisbon, Madrid, and Porto. Vehicles have an onboard restroom, complimentary WiFi, USB charging ports, and luggage space for surfboards, snowboards, and skis.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 263 miles from Madrid to Porto. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 40 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 Madrid to Porto 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, 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.

The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Madrid to Porto, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Madrid to Porto every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

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 Campanha)

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Porto.

All bus stations in Porto:

  • Porto (TIC Campanha)

  • Porto Campanha Bus Station

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