Madrid to Cuenca bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Cuenca

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid to Cuenca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

BlaBlaCar
03:30PM1h40
Madrid
05:10PMCuenca
$131One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
04:00PM1h10
Madrid
05:10PMCuenca
$131One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
10:30AM1h40
Madrid
12:10PMCuenca
$151One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
06:00PM1h20
Madrid
07:20PMCuenca
$151One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
11:30AM1h40
Madrid
01:10PMCuenca
$151One-way
0 transfers

Madrid to Cuenca bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanza
NORMAL.
07:30AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h30 10:00AM Cuenca0 transfersDirect
Avanza
NORMAL.
10:00AM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h05 12:05PM Cuenca0 transfersDirect
Avanza
NORMAL.
12:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h30 03:00PM Cuenca0 transfersDirect
Avanza
NORMAL.
02:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h05 04:35PM Cuenca0 transfersDirect
Avanza
NORMAL.
04:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h10 06:40PM Cuenca0 transfersDirect
Avanza
NORMAL.
06:30PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h00 08:30PM Cuenca0 transfersDirect
Avanza
NORMAL.
08:00PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h30 10:30PM Cuenca0 transfersDirect
Avanza
NORMAL.
10:00PM Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses2h25 12:25AM Cuenca0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Madrid to Cuenca

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Fastest Journey

2 h

Average

2 h 16 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

139 km

Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid for Cuenca every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Avanza
06:30PM2h00
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
08:30PMCuenca
$271One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Avanza
10:00AM2h05
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
12:05PMCuenca
$271One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Avanza
02:30PM2h05
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
04:35PMCuenca
$271One-way
0 transfers
Avanza
04:30PM2h10
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
06:40PMCuenca
$271One-way
0 transfers
Avanza
10:00PM2h25
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
12:25AMCuenca
$271One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Madrid to Cuenca

Buses from Madrid to Cuenca run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€16) but you can travel from only $8 (€8) by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $8 (€8)
Distance
85 miles (138 km)
Average bus duration
2h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
$18 (€16)
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
8
Bus providers
2
Fastest bus
2h 0m
First bus
07:00
Last bus
22:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $8 (€8)

Bus providers: Avanza and BlaBlaCar from Madrid to Cuenca

You can travel by bus between Madrid and Cuenca with Avanza and BlaBlaCar. When you search Omio for times and tickets, we’ll show you the best deals available.

Avanza is one of Spain biggest bus companies and offers only one type of ticket for your next bus between Madrid and Cuenca: Standard Ticket.

Buses from Madrid to Cuenca

The Madrid Cuenca bus line, which covers a distance of 160 kilometres in about 2 hours, connects both cities: the capital of Spain and the capital of the province of Cuenca.

Which buses go from Madrid to Cuenca?

The company in charge of managing the Madrid Cuenca buses is Avanzabus, heiress of Auto Res after its integration in 2002. It has many other lines in our country and is, therefore, one of the most prestigious road mobility companies in Spain.

How long does the bus from Madrid to Cuenca take?

Madrid Cuenca buses take between 2 and 2.5 hours approximately. This depends on the number of intermediate stops on the route, as it stops for the ascent and descent of passengers in towns such as Arganda del Rey and Tarancón. In any case, it is a direct line, without transshipments.

How many buses from Madrid to Cuenca?

The number of buses per day varies according to the date, and can reach the figure of 9 per day. They always cover the main time slots, from early morning until late afternoon. In some cases, there is 1 night departure, arriving at midnight in Cuenca. The frequency of outputs is between 1 and 2 hours, approximately.

Where do the buses from Madrid to Cuenca depart from and arrive at?

Station of Madrid Sur: also called Méndez Álvaro station, because it is the name of the metro and suburban stops that are connected here: line 6 of the underground and lines C1, C5, C7 and C10 of the train. It also has urban and interurban bus stops: 8, 102, 113, 148, 152, 156, 418, 419 and 423. It is just a few minutes from Atocha, the capital's large train station. It has commercial premises, restaurants, police station, pharmacy and public car park, among other services.

Basin Station-Fermín Caballero: receives its name because it is located at number 20 of this street, a few meters from the city's Renfe station. It is reached by urban bus lines L1, L6 and L12, which connect it with the historic centre and with the Fernando Zóbel AVE station on the outskirts of the city. In both cases, the journey time is approximately 15 minutes. It has toilets and waiting hall, as well as cafeteria and catering premises in the surroundings.

FAQs: Bus from Madrid to Cuenca

FAQs: Take the bus from Madrid to Cuenca with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Cuenca.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Madrid to Cuenca can start from as little as $18 (€16) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Madrid to Cuenca is $18 (€16); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Madrid to Cuenca bus travel time is 2 h   for the 86 mile (138 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Madrid to Cuenca leaves at 7: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Madrid to Cuenca leaves at 10: 00 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Madrid to Cuenca without having to change trains with Avanza. There are 8 direct buses from Madrid to Cuenca each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the journey from Madrid to Cuenca you can take a bus with Avanza. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Madrid and Cuenca on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses, located 0.2 miles (309 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Madrid to Cuenca by bus is September.
You have options as you can travel to Cuenca from Madrid 2 different ways: bus or train.

Popular bus stations from Madrid to Cuenca

Madrid
Cuenca
The major bus station for departures in Madrid is Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses for your trip from Madrid to Cuenca.
Madrid, Estación Sur de AutobusesWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Car connection
Calle de Méndez Álvaro
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
  • La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
  • Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
The major bus station for arrivals in Cuenca is Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses for your trip to Cuenca from Madrid.
Cuenca, Estacion de Autobuses

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