- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 53 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Almeria to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 2 buses that leave Almeria for Madrid Barajas Airport on Sat, Jun 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct buses cover the 415 km distance in an average of 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest buses will take 7 h 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 Barajas Airport 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 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 257 miles (415 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $233 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Almeria to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Almeria to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $44 (€36).
A train is $207 (€168) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Almeria to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $233 (€190).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 19m.
Train takes on average 6h 24m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $68 (€56). The journey takes 6h 19m versus 5h 27m 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 06:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Bus BAM | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Almeria to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Friday, June 5. 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 | 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 | |
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Buses from Almeria to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€35) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 257 miles (415 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 257 miles (415 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€35) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Madrid Barajas Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid Barajas Airport trip today.
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí and Miró.
Major museum covering European painting from the Renaissance to the 20th century, completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, monuments, and people-watching in a classic green setting.
Madrid’s best-known avenue, lined with historic architecture, shops, theaters, and busy city energy day and night.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, home to major landmarks, meeting points, and the famous Kilometer Zero marker.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with central Madrid taverns.
Traditional Madrid-style tripe stew cooked slowly with chorizo, morcilla, and paprika, known for its rich, hearty flavor.
Madrid’s iconic chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, a deeply traditional comfort dish.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for Cocido Madrileño cooked in individual clay pots, with an old Madrid atmosphere.
Celebrated classic Madrid restaurant known for Huevos Rotos and old-school Castilian dining in a refined setting.
Iconic Madrid spot for Churros Con Chocolate, open long hours and popular with both locals and visitors.
Airport prices are higher than central Madrid. Coffee and snacks are moderate; sit-down meals cost more.
Tipping is modest. Service is usually included; round up or leave 5-10% for good table service. No tip is expected for quick coffee or takeaway.
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