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Bologna to Madrid Bus Schedule
Bus from Bologna to Madrid: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Bologna to Madrid. Traveling by bus from Bologna to Madrid usually takes around 33 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 26 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 816 mi (1313 km) |
| Shortest duration | 26h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $75.05 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Bologna to Madrid?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bologna to Madrid. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 6 | 1d 9h 33m | $178.68 |
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 Bologna to Madrid, and usually makes the trip in about 33 hours and 33 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 Bologna to Madrid
The bus takes an average of 33 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 816 miles from Bologna to Madrid. However, the fastest bus only takes 26 hours and 5 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Madrid. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bologna to Madrid, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bologna?
Main departure station: Piazza XX Settembre 6
Most buses depart from the main station in Bologna.
All bus stations in Bologna:
Piazza XX Settembre 6
Where does the bus arrive in Madrid?
Main arrival station: Central Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Madrid.
All bus stations in Madrid:
Central Bus Station
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