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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
8 h 13 m
Average duration
8 h 46 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
475 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Isla Cristina to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Isla Cristina to Madrid will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 6 buses that leave Isla Cristina for Madrid on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 475 km distance in an average of 8 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 13 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 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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BASEBuses from Isla Cristina to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 295 miles (475 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 295 miles (475 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €43 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 09:53PM | Duration 8h43 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator Socibus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price €45 |
The table below shows live departures for Isla Cristina to Madrid buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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BASE+ 02171 | 1:10 PM Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 7h22 | 8:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
BASE+ 02187 | 1:10 PM Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 8h36 | 9:46 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
BASE+ 02183 | 1:10 PM Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 7h31 | 8:41 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
BASE+ 06189 | 1:10 PM Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 8h13 | 9:23 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
BASE+ 02193 | 1:10 PM Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses | 8h48 | 9:58 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Isla Cristina 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 Isla Cristina to Madrid buses use the Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses to Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1. Use this guide to compare Isla Cristina and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses. ATMs are available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses.
Ticket office support is available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses.
Available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Isla Cristina, Estacion de Autobuses: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 is 11 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 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 La Pausa (0.2 km), Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departure area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Elevators, ramps.
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