THE SHORT VERSION
Madrid to Astorga at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Madrid
Madrid is the centre of Spain's coach network. Long-distance routes use either Estación Sur in the south or Avenida de América in the north, depending on direction.
- Estación Sur de Autobuses
Méndez Álvaro, 1 km south-east of Atocha. International routes and routes to the south and west, including Lisbon. - Avenida de América
2 km north-east of the centre. Routes to the north, such as Barcelona and Bilbao.
Arriving in Astorga
Ask the seller where the service ends in Astorga. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Astorga, the road continues.
12Go's list doesn't include onward buses from Astorga yet.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Madrid from Astorga by road?+
About 327 km by road (300 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Madrid to Astorga take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Madrid?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Madrid include Estación Sur de Autobuses, Avenida de América, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Astorga to Madrid?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Astorga to Madrid as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Madrid arrive in Astorga?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Madrid to Astorga?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Madrid to Astorga bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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