- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.






Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
3h 15m
Average duration
3h 53m
Buses per day
6
Distance
291 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jaén to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$43 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $279 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Jaén to Madrid:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jaén to Madrid costing on average $47 (€38).
A bus is $236 (€194) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jaén to Madrid costing on average $279 (€229).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 33m.
Train takes on average 3h 50m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€20). The journey takes 3h 33m versus 3h 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 Samar, BlaBlaCar.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Jaén to Madrid buses for today, Monday, July 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0601 | 1:30 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 6:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Jaén to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 19:00. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 7:00 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jaén 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 Jaén to Madrid buses use the Jaén, Estación de Autobuses to Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). Use this guide to compare Jaén and Madrid bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) has practical services for this route, including ATM, Taxis, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
ATMs are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1).
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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