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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
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
489 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from El Puerto de Santa María 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 El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 2 buses that leave El Puerto de Santa María for Madrid Barajas Airport on Wed, Jun 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 489 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 303 miles (489 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $128 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $52 (€42).
A train is $73 (€59) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $116 (€94).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 56m.
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $128 (€103) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $76 (€61). The journey takes 8h 55m versus 6h 22m 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 Secorbus.
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 Secorbus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:45 PM El Puerto de Santa María | 8h55 | 4:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM El Puerto de Santa María | 8h55 | 5:40 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 12:05, the last at 20:45. The fastest bus covers the 303 miles (489 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 303 miles (489 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 12:05 PM |
Last bus 8:45 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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