- Must visit
Museu de Belles Arts de Castelló
Main fine arts museum of Castellón with archaeology, ceramics, and painting. It is the best all-round museum for understanding local culture and history.
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
315 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Castelló de la Plana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Castelló de la Plana will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 2 buses that leave Madrid for Castelló de la Plana on Wed, Jul 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct buses cover the 315 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest buses will take 5 h 15 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 Castelló de la Plana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. 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 $26, and a flight costs an average of $49.
Distance: 195 miles (315 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Castelló de la Plana:
A train is $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Castelló de la Plana costing on average $64 (€53).
A train is $59 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Castelló de la Plana costing on average $113 (€93).
Other travel options to Castelló de la Plana take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Bus takes on average 4h 3m.
Tickets start at around $64 (€53) compared to roughly $83 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€15). The journey takes 4h 3m versus 3h 59m 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 BlaBlaCar, Avanza.
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 Avanza | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Castelló de la Plana buses for today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 PM Madrid | 4h20 | 8:50 PM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:45 PM Madrid | 4h10 | 8:55 PM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Madrid | 4h40 | 1:10 AM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 22 | |||||
NORMAL. | 1:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 6:15 AM Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 2:30 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 7:45 PM Castellón de la Plana, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Madrid to Castelló de la Plana run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (315 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 195 miles (315 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Castellón de la Plana — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castellón de la Plana trip today.
Main fine arts museum of Castellón with archaeology, ceramics, and painting. It is the best all-round museum for understanding local culture and history.
Contemporary art center known for temporary exhibitions and experimental programs. A strong stop for current Spanish and international visual culture.
Planetarium near the beach with astronomy exhibits and educational programming. It is popular for families, science lovers, and coastal location.
Main square framed by the co-cathedral, town hall, and bell tower. It is the classic starting point for architecture, events, and city atmosphere.
Shaded central park with ponds, sculptures, and local life. It is one of the best everyday places to relax between museum and old-town visits.
Historic square with arcades and civic heritage buildings. It is ideal for strolling and appreciating the urban fabric of old Castellón.
Traditional rice baked with local tomatoes and vegetables, often from market produce. A simple inland Valencian dish tied to home cooking in Castellón.
Rice cooked with seafood stock and cuttlefish, common on the Castellón coast. It reflects the city’s fishing heritage and love of arroz dishes.
A rich rice dish with fresh local seafood such as prawns, mussels, and squid. It is a festive staple in coastal restaurants around Castellón.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Valencian tasting menus, polished service, and an elegant contemporary setting.
Established dining room specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, quality seafood, and rice dishes in a classic, comfortable setting.
Well-known rice restaurant near the Grau area, valued for paella, seafood dishes, and a relaxed atmosphere popular with locals.
Moderate for Spain’s east coast: hotels often cost less than Valencia, while dining, coffee, and local transit stay reasonable for most tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis usually just round up.
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Estación de Autobuses de Castellón de la Plana -> Plaça Major, Castellón de la Plana
Every day several buses depart from the South Bus Station in Madrid to Castellón, Comunidad Valenciana. The distance of 422 kilometers that separates both cities is covered in just over 5 hours by a fleet of state-of-the-art buses. The route ends at the bus station of Castellón de la Plana.
Madrid Castellón buses are managed by the Spanish company Avanza. For this route operates with its Normal Service, consisting of a fleet of modern buses with 48 seats, air conditioning and central monitors to watch movies.
The fastest Madrid Castellón buses take an average of 5 hours and 10 minutes to complete their journey. However, depending on the established timetable, the duration may vary between 5 hours and 20 minutes and 5 hours and 30 minutes.
Every day between 3 and 6 buses leave from Madrid to Castellón in different time slots in the morning and in the afternoon. This frequency is maintained on Saturdays and Sundays. All routes programmed daily are direct.
Madrid Southern Bus Station : this station is also part of the Méndez Álvaro station, a large transport interchange located south of Madrid. From the centre of Madrid you can reach the South station in 10 minutes by taking the metro line 3. The facilities include parking, lockers, cafeteria, shops, ATMs and vending machines.
Castellón de la Plana bus station : it is located in a very well communicated area of the city, specifically in Pintor Oliet street, near the main park of the city, the Ribalta. Bus line 12 connects the station with the centre of Castellón in about 10 minutes. This station houses a cafeteria, a spacious waiting room, car rental branches, vending machines and public telephone.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Castelló de la Plana 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 Castelló de la Plana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Castelló de la Plana buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Castellón de la Plana, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Castelló de la Plana 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.
Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1) has practical services for this route, including ATM, Taxis, WC, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
ATMs are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1).
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto (Parking de Autobuses T1): Bike Parking, Car Rental.
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