There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Roses by train, bus, car or plane
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Recommended option
Train, bus via Barcelona • 5h 59m
Cheapest option
Fly, bus • 6h 55m
4 alternative options
Train, bus • 6h 9m
Bus • 11h 15m
Bus via Figueres • 12h
Drive • 7h 14m
Madrid to Roses by train and bus
The journey time between Madrid and Roses is around 5h 59m and covers a distance of around 762 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 35m. Operated by Renfe AVE, Renfe SNCF, Renfe Viajeros and others, the Madrid to Roses service departs from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arrives in Roses - La Ciutadella. Typically seven services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Roses is to bus via Figueres which costs €40 - €65 and takes 12h.
The quickest way to get from Madrid to Roses is to train and bus via Barcelona which costs €70 - €170 and takes 5h 59m.
No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Roses. However, there are services departing from Madrid and arriving at Roses(Ciutadella) via Barcelona Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.
The distance between Madrid and Roses is 610 km. The road distance is 743.1 km.
The best way to get from Madrid to Roses without a car is to train and bus via Barcelona which takes 5h 59m and costs €70 - €170.
It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Madrid to Roses, including transfers.
Madrid to Roses bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid station.
The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Barcelona Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 20m.
Madrid to Roses bus services, operated by Estació d'autobusos Barcelona Nord, arrive at Roses(Ciutadella) station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Roses is 743 km. It takes approximately 7h 14m to drive from Madrid to Roses.
- Distance: 609.7 km
- Duration: 5h 59m
What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Roses, Catalonia, Spain?
You can take a bus from Madrid to Roses via Barcelona Nord in around 11h 15m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €140
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €140
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €150
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €30 - €150
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €20 - €140
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €60 - €120
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- €60 - €80
- Promo+
- €68 - €73
- Flexible
- €90 - €120
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Girona
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €9 - €35
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- €9 - €13
- Promo+
- €14 - €16
- Flexible
- €24 - €35
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Girona
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 49m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €70 - €140
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- €70 - €95
- Promo+
- €80 - €86
- Flexible
- €100 - €140
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €85
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Girona
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Girona
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 49m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €65 - €90
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
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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 Barcelona-Sants to Girona
- Ave. Duration
- 39 min
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
- Phone
- +34 902 302 025
- sarfa@sarfa.es
- Website
- moventis.es
Bus from Girona to Roses - La Ciutadella
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €2 - €11
- Website
- Moventis
Bus from Girona to Roses
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €2 - €11
- Website
- Moventis
Bus from Barcelona Nord to Roses - La Ciutadella
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €2 - €27
- Website
- Moventis
Bus from Barcelona Airport El Prat T2 to Roses - La Ciutadella
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €2 - €27
- Website
- Moventis
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 Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- alsa.com
- Phone
- +34 937 065 366
- Website
- barcelonanord.barcelona
Bus from Barcelona Nord to Roses(Ciutadella)
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Website
- Estació d'autobusos Barcelona Nord
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 Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- 93 593 13 00
- info@sagales.com
- Website
- sagales.com
Bus from Barcelona Bus Station North to Figueras Central Bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €15 - €22
- Website
- Sagales
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Barcelona Nord - Bus Station to Figueres
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €9 - €12
- Website
- Blablabus
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