How to get from Coimbra to Madrid
- 402 km as the crow flies
- 3 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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At a glance
Fastest
6h 15m
direct
Bus
€26
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Coimbra to Madrid. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 15m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 402 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
402 km
Coimbra to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Coimbra → Madrid Barajasbus
FlixBus·6h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
Search my dateDepartures from Coimbra to Madrid
FlixBus runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:55 and the last at 23:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 00:55 | 23:55 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
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.
- Bus· 6h 15m€18Book
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Coimbra to Madrid works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Coimbra to Madrid Barajas, about 6h 15m. In total it's roughly €26 over 6h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Coimbra to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Coimbra to Madrid?
The most useful route takes about 6h 15m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Coimbra to Madrid?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:55 and the last at 23:55, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Coimbra to Madrid?
3 a day with FlixBus, between 00:55 and 23:55.
How far is Madrid from Coimbra?
About 402 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Coimbra to Madrid cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €26. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Coimbra to Madrid?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Coimbra to Madrid without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 6h 15m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Coimbra to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026