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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
350 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lorca 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 Lorca to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lorca for Madrid Barajas Airport on Sat, May 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 350 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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 · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lorca to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 217 miles (350 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$55 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $66 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lorca to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lorca to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $65 (€53).
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lorca to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $66 (€53).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Train takes on average 7h 28m.
Tickets start at around $55 (€44) compared to roughly $95 (€76) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€32). The journey takes 5h 35m versus 4h 8m 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 Alsa, 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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
The table below shows live departures for Lorca to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 5:15 PM Lorca, Estacion de Autobuses | 6h15 | 11:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lorca to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 10:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 217 miles (350 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 217 miles (350 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 10:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for 20th-century Spanish art.
A major collection spanning medieval to modern European art, completing Madrid’s celebrated Art Triangle. Especially strong in Impressionism and early modern painting.
Madrid’s iconic central park with formal gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and the Crystal Palace. Essential for walking, relaxing, and people-watching.
Madrid’s best-known boulevard, lined with landmark architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. A top area for first-time visitors and city energy.
A central square and symbolic heart of Spain’s road network, known for the Kilómetro Cero marker and constant urban activity.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with the city center and a beloved quick meal.
A traditional Madrid stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla, slow-cooked until rich and hearty.
Madrid’s iconic chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, traditionally served in stages and deeply tied to local food culture.
Iconic Madrid tavern best known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking with a refined traditional atmosphere.
Well-known classic tavern specializing in cocido madrileño, served in a historic and distinctly local setting.
Popular casual spot celebrated for one of Madrid’s most famous tortillas españolas and hearty market dining.
Airport prices are higher than in central Madrid, but Spain is generally moderate for food and drinks.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafés, bars, and taxis is enough.
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