There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Oviedo by bus, train, rideshare, car or plane
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Recommended option
Bus • 5h 15m
Cheapest option
Rideshare • 5h 19m
4 alternative options
Train • 5h 42m
Drive • 4h 19m
Fly to Oviedo • 4h 12m
Fly to Santander, bus • 6h 11m
Madrid to Oviedo by train
The train journey time between Madrid and Oviedo is around 5h 42m and covers a distance of around 478 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h. Operated by Renfe Cercanias and Renfe Viajeros, the Madrid to Oviedo train service departs from Sol and arrives in Oviedo. Typically 35 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Oviedo is 112.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Oviedo is to rideshare which costs €20 - €23 and takes 5h 19m.
The quickest way to get from Madrid to Oviedo is to fly which costs €50 - €170 and takes 4h 12m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid Estacion Sur and arriving at Oviedo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.
No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Oviedo. However, there are services departing from Sol and arriving at Oviedo via Madrid-Chamartin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.
The distance between Madrid and Oviedo is 372 km. The road distance is 445.9 km.
The best way to get from Madrid to Oviedo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs €35 - €50.
The bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Oviedo takes 5h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.
Madrid to Oviedo bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid Estacion Sur station.
Madrid to Oviedo train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Chamartin station.
The best way to get from Madrid to Oviedo is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 5h 42m, you could also fly, which costs €50 - €170 and takes 4h 12m.
- Distance: 372.2 km
- Duration: 5h 15m
What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Oviedo, Spain?
ALSA operates a bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Oviedo hourly. Tickets cost €35 - €50 and the journey takes 5h 15m. Alternatively, Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid-Chamartin to Oviedo 5 times a day. Tickets cost €30 - €40 and the journey takes 4h 32m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Oviedo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €240
Flights from Madrid to Santander
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 9m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €230
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-Chamartin to Oviedo
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 32m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €40
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
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 Estacion Sur to Oviedo
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 15m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- alsa.com
Bus from Santander to Oviedo
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €16 - €23
- Website
- alsa.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 Santander to Oviedo
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €11 - €15
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
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Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Madrid to Oviedo
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 19m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €20 - €23
- Book at
- blablacar.es
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The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Oviedo Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.
Madrid to Oviedo bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Oviedo station.
Madrid to Oviedo train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Oviedo station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Oviedo is 446 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Madrid to Oviedo.
Iberia offers flights from Madrid Airport to Oviedo Airport.
Book your Madrid to Oviedo bus tickets online with Omio and Busbud.
There are 935+ hotels available in Oviedo. Prices start at €100 per night.