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Museo de Albacete
The city’s leading museum, known for archaeology, fine arts, and key regional collections that explain Albacete’s history.
Cheapest price
Kč583
Average price
Kč612
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete will cost around Kč612 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč583.
Of the 3 buses that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Albacete on Sat, Aug 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct buses cover the 221 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from Kč70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of Kč70, and a bus costs an average of Kč589.
Distance: 137 miles (221 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč623 Average price | Kč552 Average price Cheapest | Kč1213 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete:
A train is Kč70 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete costing on average Kč623.
Other travel options to Albacete take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 22m.
Tickets start at around Kč623 compared to roughly Kč1213 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč591. The journey takes 3h 22m versus 2h 31m 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 Supra, 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 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč625 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč560 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč583 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč599 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč599 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price Kč599 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price Kč583 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč360 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč599 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč360 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč524 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč625 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price Kč599 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč460 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč396 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč460 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price Kč493 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč642 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč360 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč599 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč360 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price Kč625 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price Kč396 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price Kč360 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč599 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price Kč599 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 9:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 1:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 3:45 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h30 | 7:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h45 | 8:15 PM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h00 | 2:45 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 4h15 | 3:00 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 3h25 | 3:10 AM Albacete, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h30 | 10:15 AM Albacete | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at Kč589 but you can travel from only Kč70 by train.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč589 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Albacete — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albacete trip today.
The city’s leading museum, known for archaeology, fine arts, and key regional collections that explain Albacete’s history.
A distinctive museum devoted to cutlery, the craft most associated with Albacete, housed in the historic Casa del Hortelano.
A contemporary art center featuring rotating exhibitions and cultural programming in a modern municipal venue.
Albacete’s most famous modernist passage, lined with shops and ornate details, ideal for architecture lovers and city-center walks.
The city’s central square and social heart, surrounded by landmark buildings and a natural starting point for exploring Albacete.
A historic fairground area unique for its circular layout, central to the city’s identity and annual Feria celebrations.
Hearty gazpacho manchego is a hot game or rabbit stew with flatbread pieces, a classic inland La Mancha dish tied to hunting and shepherd cooking.
Atascaburras is a rustic mash of potato, cod, garlic and olive oil, often topped with egg and walnuts, traditionally eaten in cold weather across Albacete.
Migas ruleras are fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, oil and often pork products or grapes, a frugal farmhouse staple of La Mancha.
Refined Michelin-starred dining with creative tasting menus rooted in La Mancha ingredients and polished service in an elegant setting.
Historic traditional restaurant known for Manchego classics, game dishes and regional products in a formal, old-school atmosphere.
Popular central venue for rice dishes, seafood and Spanish classics, with a lively brasserie feel and broad local appeal.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels, dining, and local transport are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, making it good value for most visitors.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change is enough.
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Estación de Autobuses -> Plaza del Altozano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete 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 Albacete, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid Barajas Airport to Albacete buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Albacete, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Barajas Airport and Albacete bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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