THE SHORT VERSION
Madrid to Valencia at a glance.
- From
- Madrid
- To
- Valencia València
- Road distance
- About 357 km
- Straight line
- 303 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Valencia to Madrid →
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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 Valencia
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
- Valencia bus station · Estació d'Autobusos de València
Avinguda de Menéndez Pidal, near Túria metro (lines 1 and 2).
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.
- Book ahead for summer weekends, when coastal routes fill up.
KEEP GOING
From Valencia, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Valencia
More buses from Madrid
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Madrid from Valencia by road?+
About 357 km by road (303 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Madrid to Valencia take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 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 Valencia to Madrid?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Valencia to Madrid guide.
Where does the bus from Madrid arrive in Valencia?+
It depends on the operator. In Valencia, services use Valencia bus station. Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Valencia?+
Take the metro or walk across the Turia gardens to the old town.
What kind of bus runs from Madrid to Valencia?+
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 Valencia 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 Valencia by bus?+
Direct buses from Valencia include Barcelona, Seville, Marseille, Lisbon, Lyon and more. See all connections on our Valencia bus page.
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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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