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Museo Arqueológico Municipal de Águilas
Main municipal archaeology museum with finds from the region, ideal for understanding Águilas from antiquity onward.
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€49
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
382 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Águilas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Águilas will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Águilas on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 382 km distance in an average of 7 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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 Madrid to Águilas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 237 miles (382 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€51 Average price Cheapest | €215 Average price | €54 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration 10h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Águilas:
A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Águilas costing on average €54.
A bus is €164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Águilas costing on average €215.
Other travel options to Águilas take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
Train takes on average 10h 34m.
Tickets start at around €51 compared to roughly €81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €30. The journey takes 6h 20m versus 4h 53m 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €27 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Águilas buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h35 | 5:05 PM Aguilas, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid to Águilas run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €44 by flight.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 17:30. The fastest bus covers the 237 miles (382 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 237 miles (382 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 5:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Águilas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Águilas trip today.
Main municipal archaeology museum with finds from the region, ideal for understanding Águilas from antiquity onward.
Interpretation center inside the castle presenting local history, defense systems, and the strategic role of the headland.
Railway interpretation space explaining the Hornillo pier, ore transport, and the town's 19th-century industrial expansion.
Palm-lined seafront promenade ideal for walking, sunsets, and views of the bay, beach, and Castillo hill.
Scenic lookout beside the castle with some of the best panoramic views over the port, beaches, and Mediterranean coast.
Protected coastal area with walking routes, coves, and birdlife, ideal for nature lovers seeking quieter landscapes.
Caldero is a rice dish cooked in fish stock with ñora peppers and local rock fish, linked to Murcia's fishing tradition and common on the Águilas coast.
Mújol a la sal is local grey mullet baked in a salt crust, prized on this coast for its clean flavor and strong connection to Águilas fishing waters.
Marinera is a Murcian tapa of Russian salad on a crisp bread ring topped with an anchovy, a classic bar snack throughout the region.
Well-regarded seafood restaurant by the marina, known for rice dishes, fresh fish and a polished but relaxed coastal setting.
Established dining room specializing in Mediterranean seafood, paella and local produce, with a more refined atmosphere for dinner.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled seafood and rice plates, appreciated for its lively local feel and dependable cooking.
Moderate for coastal Spain; hotels rise in summer, while dining and local transit stay fairly affordable versus bigger resort towns.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Águilas 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 Águilas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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