Buses from Madrid to Paris

Louvre in Paris
The Louvre

Traveling by coach or bus from Madrid to Paris is one of the cheapest ways to get from Spain to France when you are visiting Europe.

ALSA is the main company that runs buses on this route. They operate coaches from Spain to other cities in Europe, and their buses provide a comfortable journey. Passengers can enjoy air conditioning and ample space in the hold for large bags.

Buses leave Madrid South station and the ALSA terminal on Avenida de America for Paris Gallieni station once a day in the evening. They arrive in Paris the following afternoon. Schedules change seasonally, so make sure to check timetables for updated departures before you travel.

The journey time on this route is just over 16 hours and 30 minutes. The trip can take longer depending on road traffic, so make sure to factor that in if you are connecting in France.

Coach tickets on ALSA buses from Madrid to Paris can cost from 65 euros if you book online before you travel.

Buses from Madrid to Frankfurt

Buses from Madrid to Frankfurt are one of the cheapest ways to travel from Spain to Germany when you are visiting Europe.

Eurolines is the main company that offers regular buses between these cities. Their coaches are clean and comfortable, and have large luggage holds for bigger bags.

Buses on this route leave from Madrid South bus station and arrive at Frankfurt’s main bus station once a day on certain days of the week. Schedules change seasonally, so make sure to check timetables for updated departure information before you travel.

The scheduled journey time for buses from Madrid to Frankfurt is 30 hours. The trip can take longer if there is traffic or if the service departs late, so make sure to leave yourself extra time if you are connecting in Germany.

Tickets for Eurolines coaches from Madrid to Frankfurt cost from 132 euros if you book your ticket in advance online.

Car Hire in Gran Canaria

Hiring a car in the Canary Islands is the best way to get around if you plan to travel in Spain independently. If you want to hire a car in Gran Canaria, it is a good idea to make a reservation prior to your holiday, especially if you plan to visit in the peak season.

Rental cars are offered by a number of companies, some of which are large international operators and some of which are domestic Spanish ones.

These are the main car hire companies at Gran Canaria Las Palmas Airport (LPA): Auto Reisen, Avis, Budget, Cicar, Hertz, Europcar, Record Rent a Car, and Sixt.

Whichever company you choose, make sure to read the terms of your contract carefully to find out what is included and what isn’t. Pay particular attention to things like petrol charges, mileage limits, and any fees for picking up or returning your car after hours.

To save money on car hire in Gran Canaria, you can look online for voucher codes or rent a car in the city instead of at the airport. The latter can often be a good deal, as you avoid any airport taxes.