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The cheapest and fastest buses from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 31
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$2
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$3
Fastest journey on Aug 31
10 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
14 m
Buses on Aug 31
5
Distance
30 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $2.
Fast buses
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 5 buses from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct buses cover the 30 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest buses will take 20 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.
1:40 PM0h10Alcalá de Henares1:50 PMMadrid$21One-way0 transfers- 8:20 PM0h10Alcalá de Henares8:30 PMMadrid$21One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM0h10Alcalá de Henares8:40 AMMadrid$21One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM0h20Alcalá de Henares3:20 PMMadrid$41One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM0h20Alcalá de Henares8:20 AMMadrid$41One-way0 transfers
- 1:40 PM0h10Alcalá de Henares1:50 PMMadrid$21One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 PM0h10Alcalá de Henares8:30 PMMadrid$21One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM0h10Alcalá de Henares8:40 AMMadrid$21One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM0h20Alcalá de Henares3:20 PMMadrid$41One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM0h20Alcalá de Henares8:20 AMMadrid$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, while a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is a train with an average price of $4 (€3).
The fastest way to travel from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is by train with an average journey time of 59m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alcalá de Henares and Madrid including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid among Omio's users.
Alcalá de Henares to Madrid Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Alcalá de Henares to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:10 PM Alcalá de Henares | 0h30 | 6:40 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:20 PM Alcalá de Henares | 0h10 | 8:30 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 31 | |||||
| 8:00 AM Alcalá de Henares | 0h20 | 8:20 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM Alcalá de Henares | 0h10 | 8:40 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:40 PM Alcalá de Henares | 0h10 | 1:50 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
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Take a bus from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid and enjoy the approximately 18 miles (30 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:24, the last at 07:30.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $4 (€3)
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
First bus 12:24 AM |
Last bus 7:30 AM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $4 (€3)
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Cocido Madrileño
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Bocadillo de Calamares
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Euro (€)
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple menú.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Tarjeta Transporte
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €8.40
To the city center
Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Puerta del Sol
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless bank cards work on EMT Madrid city buses, but Metro usually requires a transport card or ticket.
- Buy the 10-trip ticket if you will make several journeys; it is valid on Metro zone A and EMT buses.
FAQs: Bus from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
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