- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
382 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Águilas to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Águilas to Madrid will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 4 buses that leave Águilas for Madrid on Mon, Jun 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 382 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Águilas to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $39.
Distance: 237 miles (382 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $259 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Águilas to Madrid:
A train is $0.63 (€0.51) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Águilas to Madrid costing on average $63 (€51).
A train is $197 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Águilas to Madrid costing on average $259 (€209).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 16m.
Train takes on average 10h 34m.
Tickets start at around $63 (€51) compared to roughly $100 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $37 (€30). The journey takes 6h 16m versus 4h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Águilas to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 12:45 AM Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 7:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:45 AM Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses | 7h05 | 7:50 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:40 AM Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses | 8h55 | 8:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:40 AM Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 8:55 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Águilas to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 17:30. The fastest bus covers the 237 miles (382 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 237 miles (382 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 5:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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