- 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
$35
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Almuñécar to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Almuñécar to Madrid will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 7 buses that leave Almuñécar for Madrid on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 409 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 7 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 · Supra EconomyOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Almuñécar to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. 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 bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 254 miles (409 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $186 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m 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 Almuñécar to Madrid:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Almuñécar to Madrid costing on average $63 (€51).
A bus is $150 (€121) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Almuñécar to Madrid costing on average $186 (€150).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 47m.
Bus takes on average 5h 49m.
Tickets start at around $37 (€29) compared to roughly $102 (€82) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $66 (€53). The journey takes 5h 49m versus 5h 2m 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 |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
The table below shows live departures for Almuñécar to Madrid buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 6:15 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 8h15 | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 6:15 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 8h45 | 3:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Supra Economy | 6:15 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 7h15 | 1:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:15 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 7h15 | 5:30 PM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 6h45 | 5:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 7h15 | 6:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 7h30 | 8:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 7h15 | 12:00 AM Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:45 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 7h00 | 11:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Almuñécar to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 254 miles (409 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 254 miles (409 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
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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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