The cheapest and fastest coaches from Faro to Madrid
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
6 h 17 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Buses per day
46
Distance
527 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Faro to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Madrid will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $47.
To travel from Faro to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
Normal · Normal9:45 AM12h45Faro, Terminal Rodoviário11:30 PMMadrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses$471One-way1 change
Normal · Normal9:30 AM13h28Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)11:58 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)$471One-way1 change
Normal · Normal9:45 AM13h13Faro, Terminal Rodoviário11:58 PMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)$481One-way1 change
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062173:30 PM6h35Faro, Terminal Rodoviário11:05 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$621One-way1 change
Normal · Normal4:45 PM13h45Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)7:30 AMMadrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)$621One-way1 change
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061277:45 AM6h17Faro, Terminal Rodoviário3:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$1101One-way1 change
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061277:30 AM6h32Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)3:02 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$1101One-way1 change
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062173:30 PM6h35Faro, Terminal Rodoviário11:05 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$621One-way1 change
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060873:00 AM6h48Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)10:48 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$641One-way1 change
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062173:15 PM6h50Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)11:05 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$621One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Faro to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Faro to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 527 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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$54 Average Price Cheapest | $200 Average Price |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Faro to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Madrid coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday, 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal+ 06217 | 1:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 20h35 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 changes | |
Normal · Normal+ 06013 | 1:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 16h34 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 changes | |
Normal+ 06087 | 2:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h03 | 10:48 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06087 | 2:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h03 | 10:48 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06127 | 2:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h17 | 3:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06147 | 3:00 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 12h37 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06127 | 3:00 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 11h02 | 3:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06087 | 3:00 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 6h48 | 10:48 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h15 | 8:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h35 | 8:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06147 | 7:30 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 8h07 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06167 | 7:30 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 9h54 | 6:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06127 | 7:30 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 6h32 | 3:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06127 | 7:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h17 | 3:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06147 | 7:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h52 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06167 | 7:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h39 | 6:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h15 | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h45 | 9:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h05 | 10:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h30 | 10:50 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 13h28 | 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h45 | 11:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h13 | 11:58 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06167 | 9:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 7h39 | 6:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06167 | 9:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 7h39 | 6:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06013 | 9:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 8h19 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06167 | 10:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h24 | 6:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06167 | 10:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h24 | 6:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06013 | 10:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h04 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h55 | 11:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h25 | 11:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 11:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 11h05 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06013 | 11:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h04 | 7:04 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 12:15 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 9h50 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 12:15 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 9h50 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 12:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h35 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 12:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 9h35 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 3:15 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 6h50 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 3:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h35 | 11:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h20 | 5:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h50 | 6:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 4:45 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 13h45 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 5:00 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h59 | 6:59 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 5:00 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h30 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h30 | 6:40 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 13h00 | 7:10 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Faro to Madrid
Buses from Faro to Madrid run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 but you can travel from only $21 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 527 km distance in 11h 44m.
Distance 527 km |
Average bus duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 11h 44m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Socibus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar from Faro to MadridYou can travel by bus between Faro to Madrid with Alsa, Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Socibus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar for as low as $21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Faro to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Madrid by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Faro and Madrid
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Café (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 14
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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