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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
6 h 5 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Almeria to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Almeria to Madrid will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 8 buses that leave Almeria for Madrid on Tue, Jul 07, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 07 the direct buses cover the 412 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .
On Tue, Jul 07 the slowest buses will take 6 h 45 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Almeria to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $46.
Distance: 256 miles (412 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $282 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 23m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Almeria to Madrid:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Almeria to Madrid costing on average $45 (€37).
A train is $245 (€201) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Almeria to Madrid costing on average $282 (€231).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 49m.
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $109 (€90) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $64 (€53). The journey takes 5h 55m versus 5h 26m 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 Bus BAM, BlaBlaCar, BusbamSL.
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 03:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 6h31 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Almeria to Madrid buses for today, Monday, July 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 11:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h30 | 5:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 6:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Normal | 8:00 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 2:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h05 | 2:05 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Almería, Puerto | 7h15 | 4:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:30 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 4:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 9:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Almeria to Madrid run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 256 miles (412 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for 20th-century art.
A major collection spanning medieval to modern art, completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art. Strong for European painting and accessible curation.
Madrid’s historic main square, surrounded by arcaded buildings and linked to the city’s Habsburg past. A classic stop for architecture and atmosphere.
Madrid’s central square and symbolic heart, home to the Kilometer Zero marker and the famous Bear and Strawberry Tree statue.
Madrid’s iconic boulevard lined with historic architecture, shops, and theaters. It is one of the city’s busiest and most recognizable streets.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is one of the city’s most iconic quick bites.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic Madrid tavern specialty.
Classic casual bar famed for fried cod and old-school tapas, popular for a quick authentic stop in central Madrid.
Celebrated traditional restaurant known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking in a refined but lively setting.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots, with a classic old-Madrid feel.
Moderate for Western Europe: museums and transit are fair, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change in cafes, bars, and taxis is appreciated, not required.
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Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses -> Sol, Madrid
Buses from Almeria to Spain's capital city Madrid are daily and operated by the Spanish bus company Alsa. Alsa covers the 318-mile distance between the two Spanish cities indirectly and takes between 9 hours and 5 minutes to 11 hours and 25 minutes. Alsa offers between 10 and 15 daily buses along this route, with the most frequent departures on Fridays and Sundays, to accommodate passengers traveling for work and holiday.
Spanish bus company Alsa is the sole provider of bus journeys from Almeria to Madrid and makes the journey every day of the week.
Alsa buses from Almeria to Madrid take on average 9 hours and 5 minutes to 11 hours and 25 minutes to make the journey. Travel time depends on stopover time, as the buses are all indirect. The 11 hour and 25-minute bus includes a 1-hour stopover in Murcia. The fastest bus is an overnight bus that gets into Madrid at 5:05 a.m.
There are 10 to 15 daily Almeria to Madrid buses. Buses are most frequent on Fridays and Sundays, and there are slightly fewer bus options to choose from during the week, typically 10 or 11.
Departure station: Buses depart Almeria from either Almeria Estacion Autobus or Almeria Puerto. Almeria Estacion Autobus is just over half a mile from central Almeria, and takes 10-16 minutes to walk. If passengers are lugging heavy bags around, there is also a local Alsa bus that travels between the station and central Almeria. At the station, passengers can find coffee, fast food, and parking facilities. Almeria Puerto is a little farther out of Almeria and is roughly 30 minutes away by local Alsa bus.
Arrival station: Buses arrive at Madrid Barajas Airport Terminal 4. There is an automatic underground train traveling between the terminals and Terminal 4 also lies on the Metro Line 8, which takes passengers right into the heart of Madrid city. Madrid Barajas Airport offers free WiFi, ticketing for attractions in the city, and a range of dining and retail experiences for passengers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Almeria 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 Almeria to Madrid buses use the Almería, Estación de Autobuses to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Almeria and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Almería, Estación 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), Tapas Bar (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Almería, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Almería, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Almería, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
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