Bus Manchester to Madrid: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Madrid

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Manchester to Madrid from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$169

tomorrow

Sunday

$152

Monday

$182

Tuesday

$132

Wednesday

$123

Thursday

$133

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	41h 45m	6:35 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	12:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$169	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/23/2026 6:35:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/25/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $169 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 45m
FlixBus	36h 21m	11:59 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	12:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$184	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/23/2026 11:59:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/25/2026 12:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $184 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 21m
FlixBus	33h 30m	2:50 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$192	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/23/2026 2:50:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/24/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $192 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 30m
FlixBus	38h 25m	4:30 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	6:55 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$198	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/23/2026 4:30:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/25/2026 6:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $198 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 25m
FlixBus	36h 0m	12:20 AM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$201	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/23/2026 12:20:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/24/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $201 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Madrid via Birmingham, you can save more than $21? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  44h 5m
  
  0
  
  4:15 PM
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  6:30 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/24/2026 4:15:00 PM to Coach Station, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/24/2026 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 15m
- FlixBus
  
  31h 55m
  
  0
  
  4:25 AM
  
  Birmingham
  Aston University
  
  1:20 PM
  
  Madrid
  Sur Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $138
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Aston University, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 10/25/2026 4:25:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/26/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 55m
Travel time is 9h 35m longer, but you will save $21

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	34h 30m	1:50 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$152	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/25/2026 1:50:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/26/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $152 per person are available. Travel duration is 34h 30m
FlixBus	41h 45m	6:35 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$163	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/25/2026 6:35:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/27/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 45m
FlixBus	37h 0m	12:20 AM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$167	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/25/2026 12:20:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/26/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 0m
FlixBus	36h 21m	11:59 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$170	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/25/2026 11:59:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/27/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $170 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 21m
FlixBus	38h 25m	4:30 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	7:55 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$171	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/25/2026 4:30:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/27/2026 7:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	36h 0m	12:20 AM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$182	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/26/2026 12:20:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/27/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $182 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 0m
FlixBus	39h 10m	4:30 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	8:40 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$204	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/26/2026 4:30:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/28/2026 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 10m
FlixBus	33h 30m	2:50 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$213	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/26/2026 2:50:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/27/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 30m
FlixBus	36h 21m	11:59 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$220	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/26/2026 11:59:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/28/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $220 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 21m
FlixBus	41h 0m	1:55 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	7:55 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$224	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/26/2026 1:55:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/28/2026 7:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $224 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Madrid via Birmingham, you can save more than $59? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  44h 50m
  
  0
  
  3:30 PM
  
  Manchester
  Shudehill Interchange
  
  5:50 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Aston University
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $10
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/27/2026 3:30:00 PM to Aston University, Birmingham (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/27/2026 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 20m
- FlixBus
  
  38h 5m
  
  0
  
  10:15 PM
  
  Birmingham
  Aston University
  
  1:20 PM
  
  Madrid
  Sur Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $113
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Aston University, Birmingham (United Kingdom) at 10/27/2026 10:15:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 5m
Travel time is 10h 20m longer, but you will save $59

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	33h 30m	2:50 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$132	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/27/2026 2:50:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/28/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 30m
FlixBus	36h 21m	11:59 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/27/2026 11:59:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 21m
FlixBus	41h 45m	6:35 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$137	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/27/2026 6:35:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 45m
FlixBus	39h 10m	4:30 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	8:40 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$137	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/27/2026 4:30:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/29/2026 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 10m
FlixBus	40h 5m	2:50 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	7:55 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$139	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/27/2026 2:50:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/29/2026 7:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	40h 45m	4:30 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	10:15 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$123	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/28/2026 4:30:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/30/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 40h 45m
FlixBus	33h 30m	2:50 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$125	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/28/2026 2:50:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 30m
FlixBus	41h 0m	1:55 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	7:55 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$127	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/28/2026 1:55:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/30/2026 7:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $127 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 0m
FlixBus	39h 15m	6:00 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	10:15 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$127	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/28/2026 6:00:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/30/2026 10:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $127 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 15m
FlixBus	36h 0m	12:20 AM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$128	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/28/2026 12:20:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/29/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $128 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	33h 30m	2:50 AM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/29/2026 2:50:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/30/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 30m
FlixBus	36h 21m	11:59 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$133	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/29/2026 11:59:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/31/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 21m
FlixBus	41h 45m	6:35 PM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$136	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/29/2026 6:35:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/31/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $136 per person are available. Travel duration is 41h 45m
FlixBus	38h 0m	5:40 PM	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	8:40 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$148	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/29/2026 5:40:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/31/2026 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $148 per person are available. Travel duration is 38h 0m
FlixBus	36h 0m	12:20 AM	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	1:20 PM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station	Economy	$149	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/29/2026 12:20:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 10/30/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $149 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Manchester to Madrid is $90 on 11/10/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Manchester and Madrid

See here how frequent the connections between Manchester and Madrid are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 11 daily buses from Manchester to Madrid. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Manchester and Madrid.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 22 buses from Manchester to Madrid, while Night sees the fewest connections between Manchester and Madrid, with 12 offers.

Facts about the bus from Manchester to Madrid

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from Manchester to Madrid in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Madrid starting from $90!

Cheapest Bus	$90
Fastest Bus	34h 30m
Earliest Bus	12:20 AM
Latest Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes	8 Ø
Distance	905.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Manchester to Madrid

Every day, 8 buses from 1 bus companies leave Manchester for Madrid: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/23/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 10/18

Monday 10/19

Tuesday 10/20

Wednesday 10/21

Thursday 10/22

Friday 10/23

$169

Saturday 10/24

Sunday 10/25

$152

Monday 10/26

$182

Tuesday 10/27

$132

Wednesday 10/28

$123

Thursday 10/29

$133

Friday 10/30

$161

Saturday 10/31

$172

Sunday 11/01

Monday 11/02

$125

Tuesday 11/03

$132

Wednesday 11/04

Thursday 11/05

Friday 11/06

$115

Saturday 11/07

Sunday 11/08

Monday 11/09

Tuesday 11/10

$90

Wednesday 11/11

Thursday 11/12

$118

Friday 11/13

Saturday 11/14

The cheapest time to travel from Manchester to Madrid

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

With a price starting from $90, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Manchester to Madrid. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $124.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Manchester to Madrid, with $90. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $127.

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Madrid

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Manchester 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 bus from Manchester 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 buses from Manchester to Madrid are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Madrid

These are the most booked bus companies between Manchester to Madrid from our users.

FlixBus from Manchester to Madrid

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Manchester to Madrid:

Cheapest Price	$123
Fastest Bus	34h 30m
Earliest Bus	12:20 AM
Last Bus	11:59 PM
Daily Connections	8 Ø
Found on	10/22/2026

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Madrid

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Manchester and Madrid.

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Avenida de América Bus Station

Avenida de América 13

Bus Stop

Calle de Tiziano 40

Intercambiador de Moncloa

Calle de la Princesa 89n

Plaza de Castilla

Sur Bus Station

Calle de Méndez Álvaro 83

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Madrid

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Manchester to Madrid? Or which bus companies serve the route Manchester to Madrid? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Manchester to Madrid bus

How much does a Manchester Madrid bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $90 and takes 41h 45m to reach Madrid. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $90 and $273. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Madrid.

On average, how many connections are available from Manchester to Madrid each day?

Every day, the Manchester to Madrid bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Manchester to Madrid take?

The fastest bus from Manchester to Madrid is offered by FlixBus and takes 34h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $192. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Madrid?

The earliest bus arriving in Madrid from Manchester starts at 12:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Manchester to Madrid?

The latest bus trip departing from Manchester for Madrid starts at 11:59 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Manchester Madrid route?

When traveling by bus from Manchester to Madrid, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Madrid?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester 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: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Manchester to Madrid bus route?

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 Manchester Madrid bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Manchester 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 traveling 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 Manchester to Madrid on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Manchester to Madrid?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 8 daily trips between Manchester and Madrid. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Manchester to Madrid?

Prices and availability for 8 trips between Manchester and Madrid change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester and to Madrid

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