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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cuenca to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cuenca to Madrid will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 7 buses that leave Cuenca for Madrid on Sat, Jun 13, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cuenca to Madrid 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 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. 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: 86 miles (139 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$28 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest |
1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cuenca to Madrid:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cuenca to Madrid costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 26m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Cuenca to Madrid buses for today, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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NORMAL. | 9:45 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h10 | 11:55 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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NORMAL. | 7:00 AM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h20 | 9:20 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 8:30 AM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h30 | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 12:00 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h25 | 2:25 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 2:00 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h30 | 4:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 4:30 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h05 | 6:35 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 6:30 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h10 | 8:40 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 8:00 PM Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses | 2h30 | 10:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cuenca to Madrid run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by train.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for modern and contemporary art lovers.
A major museum spanning European painting from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Its broad collection complements the Prado and Reina Sofía perfectly.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, and relaxing among monuments and formal gardens. A top city experience for nearly every visitor.
Madrid’s best-known avenue, lined with historic architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. Energetic by day and night, it is one of the city’s defining walks.
The symbolic heart of Madrid and a major meeting point, home to the Kilómetro Cero marker and famous public celebrations. Constantly busy and central.
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 a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic tavern dish closely linked to Madrid cuisine.
Prestigious flamenco venue with acclaimed dining, known for refined Spanish cuisine in an intimate historic setting. It combines performance and high-end gastronomy.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian classics. It offers an old-world atmosphere and is one of Madrid’s most iconic dining rooms.
Well-known classic restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and traditional Spanish cooking. It is a long-established spot with a lively, polished tavern feel.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés and 5-10% at restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not required.
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The Cuenca Madrid bus line connects this World Heritage city with the capital of Spain. A route of about 160 kilometers that is available every day of the week with numerous departures covering the morning and afternoon. The journey is covered in about 2 hours.
The company that manages the Cuenca Madrid bus line is Avanzabus, which has grouped Auto Res since 2002. It is one of the largest road transport companies in Spain and transports more than 2 million passengers a year, including other lines.
.This route has a varied duration, depending on the number of intermediate stops on the route. The shortest journey takes 2 hours and 5 minutes, while the longest takes 2 hours and a half. All Cuenca Madrid buses are direct, with no need to change trains.
The Cuenca Madrid bus line offers numerous departures every day, between 5 and 9, normally on both weekdays and weekends. The first routes start early in the morning and end late in the afternoon. The frequency is 1 bus every 2 hours approximately, except in the mornings, at which time there can be 1 every hour.
Fermín Caballero Basin Station:is located at number 20 of the street of the same name. It has basic catering services, lobby with benches for waiting and toilets. It is just a few meters from the city's central Renfe station. The urban buses that stop in its surroundings are those of lines L1, L6 and L12, the latter coming from the AVE Fernando Zóbel station, in the outskirts. The journey time to the historic centre and to the AVE station is about 15 minutes.
Station of Madrid Sur: this station is popularly known as Méndez Álvaro, as it is an interchange with the stops of line 6 of the metro and lines C1, C5, C7 and C10 of Cercanías, a few minutes from Atocha. It is one of the stations with more affluence of travellers of the capital, reason why it counts on premises of restoration, as well as a small commercial gallery with pharmacy and slogan, among other services. There are also police stations, public parking and toilets.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cuenca 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.

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