- Must visit
Museo Arqueológico Provincial de Badajoz
Major archaeology museum inside the Alcazaba, with prehistoric, Roman, Visigothic and Islamic collections that explain the region’s long history.
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Badajoz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Badajoz will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 5 buses that leave Madrid for Badajoz on Mon, Jun 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest buses will take 6 h 5 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.Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Badajoz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. 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 train costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg 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 Madrid to Badajoz:
A train is $9 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Badajoz costing on average $63 (€51).
A train is $60 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Badajoz costing on average $114 (€92).
Other travel options to Badajoz take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 31m.
Bus takes on average 5h 2m.
Tickets start at around $63 (€51) compared to roughly $83 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 5h 2m versus 3h 51m 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 Avanza, 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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Badajoz buses for tomorrow, Monday, June 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. | 7:15 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 6h05 | 1:20 PM Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 9:45 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 3:00 PM Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
MULTIMEDIA. | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 4:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 9:45 PM Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 5:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h35 | 11:05 PM Badajoz, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Madrid to Badajoz run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 17:30. The fastest bus covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 6:05 AM |
Last bus 5:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Badajoz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Badajoz trip today.
Major archaeology museum inside the Alcazaba, with prehistoric, Roman, Visigothic and Islamic collections that explain the region’s long history.
Contemporary art museum with modern Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American works. Its striking building and rotating exhibitions make it a standout cultural venue.
The city’s main fine arts museum, known for Spanish painting and works linked to Extremadura. A strong choice for art lovers seeking a quieter cultural stop.
The old town is the best area for walking among fortifications, churches, small squares and traditional streets. It is the heart of historic Badajoz.
Landscaped gardens on the slope below the Alcazaba, known for viewpoints and attractive photo angles toward the old city.
Elevated area around the Alcazaba with panoramic views and major heritage sites. Ideal for visitors prioritizing scenery and monuments together.
Acorn-fed Iberian cured ham from Extremadura, prized for its rich flavor and one of the region's most iconic products.
A traditional Extremaduran dish of fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, peppers, and usually pork ingredients, often eaten as a hearty rustic meal.
Slow-cooked lamb stew seasoned with garlic, pepper, and local herbs, a classic festive dish in Extremadura.
Well-regarded contemporary restaurant in Badajoz known for refined Extremaduran cuisine, tasting menus, and an elegant atmosphere.
Established traditional restaurant popular for classic Extremaduran dishes, Iberian pork, and a lively local dining setting.
Known local venue for regional specialties and generous portions, with a casual atmosphere appreciated by residents and visitors.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Meals and coffee are affordable, while hotels are usually moderate.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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