THE SHORT VERSION
Madrid to Naples 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 Naples
Napoli Centrale connects with the metro and trains to Pompeii and Sorrento.
- Naples bus terminal (Metropark)
South of Napoli Centrale railway station. Many national and international operators. - Piazza Garibaldi
In front of Napoli Centrale. Some services stop here.
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 valuables close in busy station areas.
KEEP GOING
From Naples, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Naples
More buses from Madrid
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Madrid from Naples by road?+
About 2143 km by road (1513 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Madrid to Naples take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 23 h 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 Naples to Madrid?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Naples to Madrid as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Madrid arrive in Naples?+
It depends on the operator. In Naples, services use Naples bus terminal (Metropark), Piazza Garibaldi. Napoli Centrale connects with the metro and trains to Pompeii and Sorrento.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Naples?+
Napoli Centrale connects with the metro and trains to Pompeii and Sorrento.
What kind of bus runs from Madrid to Naples?+
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 Naples 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.
Where can I go next from Naples by bus?+
Direct buses from Naples include Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, Zurich and more. See all connections on our Naples bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Madrid to Naples?+
Spain and Italy are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 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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