How to get from Álava to Madrid
- 286 km as the crow flies
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Route details last verified on 3 October 2026.
At a glance
Fastest
8h 42m
2 transfers
Bus + Train
€62
Cheapest
9h 47m
2 transfers
Bus
€52
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 3 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Álava to Madrid: bus. The two cities are about 286 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search, last verified on 3 October 2026. Run a live search for current times and fares.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €31, on Thu, Sep 24.
286 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €92Checked Sep 30 | 33h 08m4 transfers | See Flight details |
| Train | €53Reading date not recorded | 8h 50m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €18Omio catalogue, Oct 3 | 9h 47m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Flight€92Checked Sep 3033h 08m · 4 transfersSee Flight details
- Train€53Reading date not recorded8h 50m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€18Omio catalogue, Oct 39h 47m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Álava to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Álava → Bilbao AirportbusRegional connection·1h 37m
- 2Bilbao Airport → TorrelavegabusRegional connection·2h 35m
- 3Torrelavega → Madrid BarajasbusALSA·4h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
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.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
RenfeTorrelavega-Madrid, Vitoria-Gasteiz-MadridBook →
BlaBlaCar BusZaragoza-ValenciaBook →
Air EuropaValencia Airport-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Regional connection, ALSA, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, Air Europa; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Álava to Madrid works
Start with a Regional connection bus from Álava to Bilbao, about 1h 37m. Transfer in Bilbao and continue by Regional connection bus on to Torrelavega (2h 35m). Transfer in Torrelavega and continue by ALSA bus on to Madrid Barajas (4h 55m). In total it's roughly €52 over 9h 47m, 2 transfers.
Álava to Madrid: common questions
Is there a bus from Álava to Madrid?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Madrid from Álava?
About 286 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Álava to Madrid cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €52 to €105. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Álava to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Regional connection, ALSA, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, Air Europa.
What is the cheapest way to get from Álava 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: Regional connection, ALSA
Route calculated: 3 Oct 2026