Madrid to Álava by bus
Travelling from Madrid to Álava by bus takes about 13h 30m, run by City transit, FlixBus, Local bus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 55m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €19
- Total journey
- 13h 30m
- Change
- 4 transfers
- Operator
- City transit, FlixBus, Local bus
Omio catalogue, Sep 9 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Madrid to Madrid BarajasCity transit10m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Madrid Barajas - 2Madrid Barajas to Bilbao
FlixBus4h 21mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Bilbao - 3Bilbao to San SebastiánFlixBus1h 15m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at San Sebastián - 4San Sebastián to Vitoria-GasteizFlixBus1h 50m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Vitoria-Gasteiz - 5Vitoria-Gasteiz to Vitoria AirportLocal bus45m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €47Checked Sep 9 | 55mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €31Reading date not recorded | 4h 14m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€47Checked Sep 955m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€31Reading date not recorded4h 14m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Madrid to Álava by bus: common questions
How long does Madrid to Álava take by bus?
About 13h 30m, 4 transfers.
How much is a bus ticket from Madrid to Álava?
Omio publishes €19 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Madrid to Álava?
City transit, FlixBus, Local bus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 55m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
- Madrid Álava bus
- Madrid to Álava by bus
- bus ticket Madrid to Álava
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