Coach Coimbra to Madrid from £13

Which bus from Coimbra to Madrid is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Coimbra to Madrid. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Rede Expressos, ALSA or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today

£21

tomorrow

Monday

£28

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

£16

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Rede Expressos	8h 10m	09:30	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	18:40	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 06/12/2025 09:30:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 06/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
Rede Expressos	11h 14m	18:45	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	06:59	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£24	A Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 06/12/2025 18:45:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 07/12/2025 06:59:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 14m
Rede Expressos	12h 0m	10:30	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	23:30	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£27	A Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 06/12/2025 10:30:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 06/12/2025 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
ALSA	11h 59m	18:00	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	06:59	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Basic	£34	A Bus from ALSA goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 06/12/2025 18:00:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 07/12/2025 06:59:00. 50 Basic ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 59m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 36m	23:59	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	07:35	Madrid	Sur Bus Station		Economy	£28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 08/12/2025 23:59:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 09/12/2025 07:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 36m
	FlixBus	6h 15m	23:55	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	07:10	Madrid	Sur Bus Station		Economy	£40	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 08/12/2025 23:55:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 09/12/2025 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Rede Expressos	8h 10m	09:30	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	18:40	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 12/12/2025 09:30:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/12/2025 18:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m
FlixBus	6h 15m	23:55	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	07:10	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 12/12/2025 23:55:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 13/12/2025 07:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
FlixBus	6h 36m	23:59	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	07:35	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 12/12/2025 23:59:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 13/12/2025 07:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 36m
Rede Expressos	12h 0m	10:30	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	23:30	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£24	A Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 12/12/2025 10:30:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/12/2025 23:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Rede Expressos	10h 45m	10:30	Coimbra	Central Coach Station	22:15	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	£24	A Bus from Rede Expressos goes from Central Coach Station, Coimbra (Portugal) at 12/12/2025 10:30:00 to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/12/2025 22:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Coimbra to Madrid is £13 on 04/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Coimbra and Madrid?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Coimbra to Madrid. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily coaches from Coimbra to Madrid. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Coimbra and Madrid.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 24 coaches from Coimbra to Madrid, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Coimbra and Madrid, with 21 offers.

All facts for Coimbra to Madrid bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Rede Expressos, ALSA and FlixBus that travel daily 15 times by bus from Coimbra to Madrid in one click. Book your Coimbra to Madrid bus ticket starting from £13!

Cheapest Bus	£13
Fastest Bus	7h 15m
Earliest Coach	09:30
Latest Coach	23:59
Daily Bus Connections	15 Ø
Distance	399.7 km
Coach Companies	Rede Expressos, ALSA and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Coimbra to Madrid?

Every day, 15 buses from 3 coach companies leave Coimbra for Madrid. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 06/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

Saturday 06/12

£21

Sunday 07/12

Monday 08/12

£28

Tuesday 09/12

Wednesday 10/12

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

£16

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

£18

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

£25

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Coimbra to Madrid

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Coimbra to Madrid, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £16, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Coimbra to Madrid. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £28.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Coimbra to Madrid, with £16. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

How to save money travelling from Coimbra to Madrid

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Coimbra to Madrid in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Coimbra to Madrid, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Coimbra to Madrid are also emptier.

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All bus stations and stops in Coimbra and Madrid

Here is a map with all coach stations in Coimbra and Madrid. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

Central Coach Station

Av. Fernão de Magalhães 667

Red Cross

Av. Fernão de Magalhães 658

Jardim Lago dos Livros

R. Padrão

R. Padrão 3000-109

Avenida de América Coach Station

Avenida de América 13

Coach Stop

Calle de Tiziano 40

Intercambiador de Moncloa

Calle de la Princesa 89n

Plaza de Castilla

Sur Bus Station

Calle de Méndez Álvaro 83

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Coimbra to Madrid? Compare all modes of transports from Coimbra to Madrid.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Coimbra to Madrid

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Coimbra to Madrid. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Coimbra to Madrid bus

How much does a Coimbra Madrid coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Coimbra Madrid bus trip is available from £13 and takes 9h 10m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Coimbra to Madrid?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £13 to £91. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Madrid.

How many connections are available for the Coimbra Madrid route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Coimbra to Madrid is offered by roughly 15 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Madrid from Coimbra take?

The quickest coach from Coimbra to Madrid is provided by FlixBus and takes 7h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £40. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Coimbra to Madrid?

The earliest bus to Madrid departs from Coimbra at 09:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Coimbra to Madrid?

The latest bus to Madrid departs from Coimbra at 23:59. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Coimbra Madrid route?

Passengers looking to travel from Coimbra to Madrid can travel with Rede Expressos, ALSA and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Coimbra and Madrid?

You can check all the direct connections between Coimbra and Madrid by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Rede Expressos, ALSA and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Madrid from Coimbra?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Coimbra Madrid bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Coimbra Madrid bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Coimbra to Madrid on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Coimbra to Madrid

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Coimbra and to Madrid

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Coimbra and to Madrid. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!