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Museo Arqueológico de Córdoba
Archaeological museum with Roman mosaics, Iberian pieces, and remains of a Roman theater on a major historic site.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Córdoba is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Córdoba will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 3 buses from Madrid to Córdoba, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 4 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 4 h 55 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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Buses from Madrid to Córdoba run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 46m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Córdoba.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40AM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Secorbus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Córdoba buses for tomorrow, Sunday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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RF | 11:00 AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h55 | 3:55 PM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:00 PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h50 | 12:50 AM Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Archaeological museum with Roman mosaics, Iberian pieces, and remains of a Roman theater on a major historic site.
Collection of Julio Romero de Torres’s iconic paintings in the artist’s former home, essential for local culture and symbolism.
Fine arts museum in a former hospital, featuring Andalusian painting from the medieval period to the 20th century.
Flower-filled lane by the Mosque-Cathedral, famous for framed views of the bell tower and classic old Córdoba atmosphere.
Historic Jewish Quarter of narrow lanes, whitewashed houses, and artisan patios; ideal for wandering near major monuments.
Iconic square lined with arcades and busy local life, historically used for markets and public events in the old city.
Cold tomato and bread soup finished with olive oil, ham, and egg. A Cordoban classic, richer and thicker than gazpacho and central to summer dining.
Flamenquín is a breaded, fried roll of pork loin wrapped around Serrano ham. It is one of Córdoba’s most iconic tavern dishes.
Rabo de toro is a slow-braised oxtail stew with wine and vegetables. It is a beloved Andalusian specialty strongly associated with Córdoba.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Andalusian tasting menus in an elegant, contemporary setting.
Traditional tavern famous for salmorejo, flamenquín, and other local staples in a busy, authentic setting.
Historic fine dining restaurant near the Mezquita, celebrated for polished Cordoban cuisine and a classic formal atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain: lodging is usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while dining and local transit stay reasonably priced for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxi tips are usually just rounding up.
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Madrid Cordoba buses depart from the South Bus Station of the capital or from the internal station of Terminal 1 of the Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport and end their journey at the Cordoba Bus Station. Every day approximately between 8 and 10 buses, always make this route in a direct way. Omio is the ideal website to get more information about it, as well as to buy tickets in a few seconds. Once done, they are received via email or through the app.
Socibus is the company in charge of covering the route between Madrid and Córdoba. Its buses have a capacity for between 55 and 60 people, are conditioned for people with mobility problems and have air-conditioning.
The 296 kilometres between Madrid and Córdoba are travelled by these buses, on average, in 4 hours and 45 minutes. However, the fastest bus, which leaves at 15.00, takes 4 hours and 15 minutes, while the slowest, which leaves at 18.30, needs 5 hours and 50 minutes.
.The first bus Madrid Córdoba Socibus of the day leaves at 9:00 and the last one at 22:30.
There is only one night bus that covers this route and leaves at 1:00.
The average ticket price is 22 euros, although booking in Avanza can be obtained for 19 euros.
Madrid Cordoba buses depart from the Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located at Calle Méndez Álvaro 83, or from Terminal 1 of Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. The first of these can be reached by city bus lines 102, 113, 148 and 152, by metro lines 1 and 6 or by suburban train lines C-1, C-5, C-7 and C-10. It has WiFi, slogans, shops, electronic ticket sales and cafeteria. The second is reached by metro line 8, urban bus line 101 and suburban line C-1. In any case, they arrive at the Cordoba Bus Station, which is located on Avenida de la Libertad S/N, and is reached by city bus lines L3, L4, L10 and L11. It has shops, slogans and a restaurant. Both can be reached at night thanks to the taxi service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Córdoba 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 Córdoba, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Córdoba buses use the Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses to Córdoba, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Córdoba 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 Barajas T1 is 11 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1 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 La Pausa (0.2 km), Vinea Madrid (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departure area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1.
Available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Aeropuerto Barajas T1: Elevators, ramps.
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