- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s flagship art museum, renowned for Spanish masters such as Velázquez and Goya, plus major European works. One of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Córdoba 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 Córdoba to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 5 buses that leave Córdoba for Madrid Barajas Airport on Sun, Jul 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 305 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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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BASEOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Córdoba to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 189 miles (305 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$37 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest |
5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Córdoba to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Córdoba to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $37 (€31).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Bus takes on average 5h 20m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Córdoba to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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BASE | 9:00 AM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 1:45 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 1:00 PM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 5h15 | 6:15 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 5:10 PM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
BASE | 1:00 AM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 4h50 | 5:50 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 1:00 AM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 5h40 | 6:40 AM AEROPUERTO MADRID T-1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Córdoba to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€23) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 189 miles (305 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 189 miles (305 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€23) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 12:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 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.
Madrid’s flagship art museum, renowned for Spanish masters such as Velázquez and Goya, plus major European works. One of the city’s essential cultural visits.
Spain’s leading museum of modern and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, with an accessible overview from medieval painting to 20th-century works.
Madrid’s most famous avenue, lined with historic buildings, theaters, shopping, rooftop views, and nonstop urban energy.
Madrid’s best-known park, ideal for walking, boating, monuments, gardens, and relaxed breaks between museum visits.
A historic neighborhood of narrow streets and lively plazas, appreciated for traditional Madrid atmosphere and local character.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with the city center and a beloved local snack.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, traditionally served in stages and prized as a hearty regional staple.
A rich Madrid-style tripe stew, usually cooked with chorizo and morcilla, known for its deep flavor and old-school tavern tradition.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian specialties, with an old-world dining atmosphere in central Madrid.
An iconic Madrid restaurant best known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking, popular with both locals and visitors.
A long-running tavern celebrated for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots, offering a classic and rustic setting.
Airport prices run above central Madrid, but coffee, snacks, and casual meals remain manageable by Western European standards.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% for good table service. Not expected for coffee bars or fast food; taxis are usually rounded up.
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