There are 8 ways to get from Madrid to Montalvo by train, bus, car, plane or towncar
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 7h 52m
Cheapest option
Bus • 11h 8m
6 alternative options
Bus via Vilar Formoso • 11h 18m
Drive • 5h 5m
Fly to Lisbon, train • 7h 20m
Fly to Badajoz, train • 6h 43m
Fly to Vigo, drive • 6h 3m
Fly to Porto, towncar, train • 9h 15m
Madrid to Montalvo by bus
Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Madrid to Montalvo is to bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 11h 8m.
The quickest way to get from Madrid to Montalvo is to drive which costs €85 - €130 and takes 5h 5m.
No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Montalvo. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Moncloa and arriving at Montalvo via Salamanca and Abrantes Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.
The distance between Madrid and Montalvo is 405 km. The road distance is 475.6 km.
The best way to get from Madrid to Montalvo without a car is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs €50 - €70.
It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Madrid to Montalvo, including transfers.
Madrid to Montalvo bus services, operated by Avanza Grupo, depart from Madrid-Moncloa station.
The best way to get from Madrid to Montalvo is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs €50 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 11h 8m.
The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Lisbon Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.
Madrid to Montalvo bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Abrantes station.
- Distance: 405.3 km
- Duration: 7h 52m
What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Montalvo, Santarém, Portugal?
You can take a train from Madrid to Montalvo via Badajoz and Santa Margarida in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madrid to Montalvo via Salamanca and Abrantes Bus Terminal in around 11h 8m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €320
Flights from Madrid to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €65 - €220
Flights from Madrid to Vigo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €260
Flights from Madrid to Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €230
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 18m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €270
Flights from Madrid to Vigo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €220
Flights from Madrid to Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €180
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €27 - €400
Flights from Madrid to Porto via Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 21m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €390
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €27 - €210
Flights from Madrid to Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €23 - €150
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Lisbon
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday
- Estimated price
- €26 - €210
Flights from Madrid to Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €18 - €150
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanias to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 17m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 808 109 110
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Badajoz to Santa Margarida
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 23m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €16
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €11 - €16
Train from Lisboa - Oriente to Entroncamento
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 26m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €7 - €10
Train from Aveiro to Entroncamento
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €12 - €17
- Website
- Comboios De Portugal
- Urbano
- €12 - €17
- Phone
- +34 91 272 28 32
- informacion@avanzabus.com
- Website
- avanzabus.com
Bus from Madrid-Moncloa to Salamanca
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €15 - €25
- avanzabus.com
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Salamanca to Abrantes
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 20m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €18 - €22
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Vilar Formoso to Abrantes
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 10m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €13 - €17
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Madrid to Vilar Formoso
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- alsa.com
- Phone
- (+351) 220971653
- info@vmtransfers.com
- Website
- vmtransfers.com
Towncar from Porto Airport to Aveiro
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- €80 - €100
- More information at
- VMTransfers
Want to know more about travelling around Portugal
Rome2rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
Montalvo is 1h behind Madrid. It is currently 11:40 in Madrid and 10:40 in Montalvo.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Montalvo is 476 km. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Madrid to Montalvo.
Ryanair, easyJet, Air Europa and two other airlines offer flights from Madrid Airport to Lisbon Airport.
There are 243+ hotels available in Montalvo. Prices start at €100 per night.