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Museo de Falúas Reales
Museum inside the palace covering royal river craft and court leisure. Distinctive collection tied to Aranjuez’s waterways and ceremonies.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
43 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Aranjuez is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Aranjuez will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 6 buses that leave Madrid for Aranjuez on Thu, Aug 06, 6 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 44 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 45 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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0004Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Aranjuez among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 11m Average total duration 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Aranjuez:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Aranjuez costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Aranjuez take longer:
Bus takes on average 41m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (41m by bus vs 42m by car) and save roughly $2 (€2) compared to fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $10 (€8)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Samar, BlaBlaCar, Consorcio de Transportes de Madrid.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Samar | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Aranjuez 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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0004 | 8:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0h35 | 9:05 PM Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar | 0 transfersDirect | |
0004 | 9:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0h45 | 10:15 PM Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar | 0 transfersDirect | |
0004 | 10:15 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0h45 | 11:00 PM Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar | 0 transfersDirect | |
0004 | 10:30 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0h45 | 11:15 PM Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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0004 | 10:00 AM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0h35 | 10:35 AM Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar | 0 transfersDirect | |
0004 | 1:40 PM Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) | 0h45 | 2:25 PM Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Aranjuez run on average 10 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average bus duration 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Aranjuez — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aranjuez trip today.
Museum inside the palace covering royal river craft and court leisure. Distinctive collection tied to Aranjuez’s waterways and ceremonies.
Lavish neoclassical villa museum with fine decorative arts. Highlights elite taste and garden life in the royal estate.
Interpretation center explaining Aranjuez’s cultural landscape, rivers, gardens, and UNESCO value. Helpful starting point for first-time visitors.
Grand ornamental garden by the palace with fountains, avenues, and river views. One of Aranjuez’s defining landscapes.
Extensive historic garden designed for strolling among tree-lined walks, fountains, and seasonal flowers near the palace.
Formal square framed by arcades and church façades. A central meeting place that captures the planned royal townscape.
Seasonal asparagus from the fertile Vega del Tajo. Celebrated for its tenderness and flavor, it is one of Aranjuez's most emblematic local products.
Local strawberries famed since royal times. Sweet, fragrant fruit traditionally eaten fresh or with cream in season around Aranjuez.
Artichokes grown in Aranjuez's historic market gardens. Often grilled or stewed, they reflect the town's long agricultural heritage.
Refined restaurant in a historic setting, known for creative seasonal cuisine and polished service near Aranjuez's monumental core.
Traditional Castilian restaurant popular for roast meats, classic Spanish dishes, and an elegant old-style dining room.
Well-known local venue for rice dishes, tapas, and regional cooking in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Moderate for Spain. Lodging and dining are usually cheaper than central Madrid, while rail access keeps day-trip and transit costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafes.
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C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar -> Plaza de la Constitución, Aranjuez
The Madrid Aranjuez bus line is a quick and cheap option to travel from the capital to this southern town in the region, known as a World Heritage Site, in just over half an hour. A journey of just 50 kilometers that not only makes many tourists every day, but also workers and students.
Samar is the company in charge of managing the Madrid Aranjuez bus line. As it is a short distance route, the vehicles do not offer television or other services reserved for longer distances, but they are always air-conditioned and adapted for people with reduced mobility.
The duration of Madrid Aranjuez buses depends on each route. There are express itineraries, which complete the journey in 35 minutes, while others make more stops in intermediate localities, reaching 55 minutes in total.
One of the great advantages of the Madrid Aranjuez buses is the large number of daily departures: up to 3 per hour, in some cases, every day of the week, including weekends and public holidays. And they cover all time slots: from morning to night.
Southern Madrid Station: also called Méndez Álvaro, is the great reference for the lines that connect the capital with the localities in the south of the region. In its facilities there are cafeterias, restaurants, waiting benches, lockers, pharmacy, police station and other services. As for the connection with other means of transport, the station acts as an interchange with metro line 6, with suburban C1, C5, C7 and C10 and with urban and interurban bus lines. Therefore, Atocha and other central points can be reached in just 10 minutes.
Aranjuez Station : this bus line ends its journey at the main stop of the locality, in Infantas street, corner of Capitán Angosto Gómez Castrillón street. It is very close to the Royal Palace of Aranjuez and a few minutes walk from the old town, where there are many restaurants and shops, including the Mercado de Abastos. The destination of these buses is a surface stop, without toilets or waiting room.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Aranjuez 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 Aranjuez, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Aranjuez buses use the Madrid, C. de Méndez Álvaro (Estación Sur de Autobuses) to Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Aranjuez bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, and Bike Parking.
ATMs are available at Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar.
Available at Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Aranjuez, C. de las Infantas / C. del Almíbar: Bike Parking.
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