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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Carboneras to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carboneras to Madrid will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 buses from Carboneras to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 411 km distance in an average of 10 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 12 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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Buses from Carboneras to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 255 miles (411 km) distance in 7h 30m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Carboneras to Madrid.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BERGARSAN S.L. | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BERGARSAN S.L. | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BERGARSAN S.L. | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Carboneras to Madrid buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal+ 18043 | 10:00 AM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 10h42 | 8:42 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 9h25 | 7:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 06205 | 10:00 AM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 12h39 | 10:39 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 9h45 | 7:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 05193 | 10:00 AM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 11h08 | 9:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:30 PM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 12h00 | 6:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:30 PM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 11h30 | 6:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 6:30 PM Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva | 11h00 | 5:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Carboneras to Madrid with Bus BAM and Alsa. Overnight buses available on this route with Alsa. Regional buses available on this route with Alsa. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
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.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carboneras 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 Carboneras to Madrid buses use the Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva 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 Carboneras and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva. ATMs are available at Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva.
Ticket office support is available at Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva.
Available at Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carboneras, Avenida de Almeria / Calle Nueva: Accessible via ramps for wheelchairs.
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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