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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 2 buses that leave Alcala de Xivert for Madrid on Mon, Aug 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct buses cover the 334 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €54, and a bus costs an average of €56.
Distance: 207 miles (334 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€60 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid:
A train is €0.47 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid costing on average €57.
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid costing on average €60.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Bus takes on average 6h 9m.
Tickets start at around €60 compared to roughly €81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 6h 9m versus 4h 13m 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 Avanza, 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €35 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
The table below shows live departures for Alcala de Xivert to Madrid buses for tomorrow, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:20 AM Alcala de Xivert | 6h55 | 5:15 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 AM Alcala de Xivert | 6h55 | 6:15 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €23 by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 15:00. The fastest bus covers the 207 miles (334 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 207 miles (334 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 3:00 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alcala de Xivert to Madrid by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alcala de Xivert to Madrid buses use the Alcalà de Xivert, Restaurante Jacinto to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Alcala de Xivert and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Alcalà de Xivert, Restaurante Jacinto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a restaurant named Jacinto.
Wi-Fi is available at Alcalà de Xivert, Restaurante Jacinto. ATMs are available at Alcalà de Xivert, Restaurante Jacinto.
Ticket office support is available at Alcalà de Xivert, Restaurante Jacinto.
Available at Alcalà de Xivert, Restaurante Jacinto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcalà de Xivert, Restaurante Jacinto: Basic accessibility features available.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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